Fulling: meaning, definitions and examples

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fulling

 

[ หˆfสŠlษชล‹ ]

Verb
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textile processing

Fulling is a process in textile manufacturing that involves cleaning and thickening woolen fabrics. It is done by applying moisture, heat, and pressure to the fabric. This technique not only shrinks and consolidates the fibers, but also increases the fabric's durability and water resistance. Fulling is an ancient method, traditionally performed by controlled agitation in a soapy solution. It is essential in producing high-quality woolen textiles.

Synonyms

felting, shrinking, thickening.

Examples of usage

  • The artisan is fulling the wool to achieve the desired texture.
  • She learned about fulling techniques at the textile workshop.
  • Fulling enhances the quality of the finished fabric.
  • The old mill still practices fulling as part of its production.
  • After fulling, the woolen cloth became significantly denser.

Translations

Translations of the word "fulling" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น enchimento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fรผllung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengisian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฟะพะฒะฝะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wypeล‚nienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ……ๅกซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท remplissage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ relleno

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท doldurma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถฉ์ „

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู„ุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vyplnฤ›nรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vyplnenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅกซๅ……

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ polnjenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fylla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพะปั‚ั‹ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ•แƒกแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ doldurma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ relleno

Etymology

The term 'fulling' derives from Old English 'fullian', which means to wash or clean. The process itself can be traced back to ancient cultures, where wool was a primary textile used for clothing and furnishings. Fulling was traditionally done in water-filled troughs, using various methods such as stomping, beating, or even using wooden tools to agitate the fabric. Over time, the techniques advanced, and fulling mills began to emerge, where powered machinery was used to automate the process. This evolution greatly improved efficiency and consistency in textile production. Fulling plays a significant role in the history of textile manufacture, transforming raw wool into fine fabrics that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.