skeining
English
noun
Definitions
- The winding of thread on a rotating reel in a reciprocating manner so as to form a skein of uniform thickness.
Etymology
Suffix from English skein (quantity of thread).
Origin
English
skein
Gloss
quantity of thread
Timeline
Distribution of cognates by language
Geogrpahic distribution of cognates
Cognates and derived terms
- skainsmate English
- skein English
- skeinlike English
- skeyne Middle English