What is another word for inkle?

Pronunciation: [ˈɪŋkə͡l] (IPA)

Inkle is a word which means weave or make something by weaving. The term is commonly used in textile and fabric industries. However, there are several synonyms for the word inkle. Some of these include braid, plait, twist, weave, interlace, interweave, and entwine. Each of these words represents a similar action to that of inkle. Braid and plait are often used to describe the same action, which is a three-strand interweaving. Twist is to coil, weave is a general term used to describe the process of creating fabric, interlace and interweave represent interlocking of different materials, while entwine refers to wrapping or twisting materials together.

What are the hypernyms for Inkle?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Inkle?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for inkle (as nouns)

Usage examples for Inkle

The next author is sir Richard Steele, who, by means of the affecting story of inkle and Yarico, holds up this trade again to our abhorrence.
"The History of the Rise, Progress and Accomplishment of the Abolition of the African Slave Trade by the British Parliament (1808), Vol. I"
Thomas Clarkson
If you consider me in little, I am with your worships reverence Sir, a Rascal: one that upon the next anger of your Brother, must raise a sconce by the high way, and sell switches; my wife is learning now Sir, to weave inkle.
"The Scornful Lady"
Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher
In a word, of an own brother to Mr. Thomas inkle.
"Audrey"
Mary Johnston

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