Reweaved: meaning, definitions and examples

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reweaved

 

[ ˌriːˈwiːvd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

textile manipulation

Reweaved refers to the process of weaving something again, particularly in the context of fabric or textile repair. This term is often used in the context of restoring damaged textiles by reinterlacing yarn or thread. The result is a renewed fabric that may retain its original qualities while eliminating any signs of wear or damage. Reweaving can help preserve the integrity and appearance of important garments or cloth items, allowing them to be functional and aesthetically pleasing once more.

Synonyms

mend, reconstruct, repair

Examples of usage

  • The tailor reweaved the vintage dress to restore its beauty.
  • After the moth holes were discovered, the blanket was reweaved to save it.
  • She decided to have her grandmother's rug reweaved to extend its life.

Translations

Translations of the word "reweaved" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reconstruído

🇮🇳 फिर से बुना हुआ

🇩🇪 wiedergewebt

🇮🇩 dijahit ulang

🇺🇦 переплетений

🇵🇱 przeplatany

🇯🇵 再織り込まれた

🇫🇷 ré-tissé

🇪🇸 retejido

🇹🇷 yeniden dokunmuş

🇰🇷 다시 엮인

🇸🇦 معاد نسجه

🇨🇿 znovu tkaný

🇸🇰 znovu tkaný

🇨🇳 重新编织的

🇸🇮 ponovno prepleten

🇮🇸 aftur vefnaðar

🇰🇿 қайта тоқылған

🇬🇪 მחדש გაწვდილი

🇦🇿 yenidən toxunmuş

🇲🇽 retejido

Etymology

The term 'reweaved' comes from the combination of the prefix 're-' which means 'again' and the word 'weave' which has Old English and Germanic roots. The word 'weave' itself originates from the Old English 'wefan', which is related to the Old High German 'weben', both meaning to intertwine or interlace threads. Historically, weaving has been a fundamental craft practiced for thousands of years, giving rise to various textile techniques used to create fabrics for clothing, home, and art. The process of reweaving has become increasingly important in conserving and restoring valuable textile items, as it allows for the preservation of cultural heritage while maintaining the usability of fabrics. Thus, the term has evolved to encompass not just the mere act of weaving, but the meticulous process of caring for and restoring textiles.