Reweave: meaning, definitions and examples

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reweave

 

[ riหหˆwiหv ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

textiles, repair

Reweave refers to the process of weaving something again, specifically to repair a fabric or textile that has been damaged. This technique is often applied to preserve the original appearance while restoring its functionality. Reweaving is a skilled craft that can sometimes involve intricate patterns and colors to blend seamlessly with the surrounding area of the fabric. It's commonly used in the restoration of garments, upholstery, and historical textiles.

Synonyms

mend, repair, restore, revive

Examples of usage

  • She decided to reweave the vintage tapestry.
  • The tailor can reweave the damaged part of your sweater.
  • After the accident, they chose to reweave the antique rug.

Translations

Translations of the word "reweave" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น reconstruir

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคฟเคฐ เคธเฅ‡ เคฌเฅเคจเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช neu weben

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menenun ulang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ะตะฟะปั–ั‚ะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przeplataฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ†็ทจๆˆใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท re-tisser

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ re tejir

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yeniden dokumak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹ค์‹œ ์—ฎ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุนุงุฏุฉ ุงู„ู†ุณุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ znovu tkat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ znovu tkรกลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้‡ๆ–ฐ็ผ–็ป‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ponovno tkati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ aftur vefa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะนั‚ะฐะปะฐะฟ ั‚ะพา›ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›ื—ื“ืฉ weaving

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yenidษ™n toxumaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ re tejer

Etymology

The term 'reweave' originates from the combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the verb 'weave', which comes from the Old English 'wefan', and has Germanic roots. Weaving itself is an ancient craft with a history that dates back to prehistoric times, when early humans began to create fabrics for clothing and shelter. The act of reweaving became significant as people sought to repair their textiles rather than dispose of them, highlighting the importance of sustainability. Over centuries, especially with advancements in techniques and tools, reweaving evolved into a specialized skill practiced by artisans and craftspeople. Today, it holds value not only as a means of restoration but also as a way to honor and preserve cultural heritage.