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A rough wool from the inferior parts of the fleece, used for the woof or weft.

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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK

A rough wool from the inferior parts of the fleece, used for the woof or weft.

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#2·Apr 27, 2026UK

A type of yarn for the warp.

Origin: From , abbe, from , āb, ōweb, from away + warp thread. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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Abb means: A type of yarn for the warp.. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.

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abb means: A type of yarn for the warp.. Register: neutral, standard English. Common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; always check the context before producing it yourself. A formal-English equivalent (a synonym or descriptive phrase) is usually safer in writing. When in doubt, paraphrase rather than reuse the slang form.

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#3·Apr 27, 2026UK

(UK) A filling pick used in weaving.

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