Associations to the word «Lisle»

Wiktionary

LISLE, noun. A type of strong cotton thread, or a cloth woven from such thread.

Dictionary definition

LISLE, noun. A fabric woven with lisle thread.
LISLE, noun. A strong tightly twisted cotton thread (usually made of long-staple cotton).

Wise words

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