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Stretch yarn

Scope note

Synthetic yarn that will stretch under tension and contract when released; usually made from thermoplastic filaments; used especially for hosiery. W

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000132889

Broader Terms used

<yarn by form>

Created

13yrs ago

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