plain weave meaning

UK /pleɪn wiːv/ US /pleɪn wiv/ 2 syllables

plain weave (noun): a basic style of weave in which the weft and warp threads intertwine alternately to produce a checkerboard effect.

Definition of plain weave

  1. a basic style of weave in which the weft and warp threads intertwine alternately to produce a checkerboard effect

    Synonyms: taffeta weave

    Type of: weave

How to pronounce plain weave

plain weave is pronounced /pleɪn wiːv/ in British English and /pleɪn wiv/ in American English. It has 2 syllables.

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