Selvage: meaning, definitions and examples

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selvage

 

[ หˆsษ›lvษชdส’ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

textile edge

Selvage is the finished edge of a fabric that prevents it from unraveling. It is created during the weaving process when the edges of the fabric are tightly woven. Typically, selvages are found on both sides of a roll of fabric and can vary in width. In sewing, understanding selvage is important for cutting and sewing practices, as it affects how a garment or project is constructed. Sometimes, selvage is also utilized in unique fashion statements and design features.

Synonyms

finishing edge, self-edge.

Examples of usage

  • The dressmaker carefully aligned the selvage with the cutting line.
  • You should always check the selvage before starting your sewing project.
  • The fabric's selvage features a unique color pattern.

Translations

Translations of the word "selvage" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น borda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฟเคฒเคตเฅ‡เคœ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Saum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pinggiran

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krawฤ™dลบ

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ปใƒซใƒ“ใƒƒใ‚ธ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lisiรจre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ orillo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kenar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์…€๋น„์ง€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุงูุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ okraj

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ okraj

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่พน็ผ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rob

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jaรฐrar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะธะตะณั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒฃแƒ—แƒฎแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™nar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ borde

Etymology

The term 'selvage' originates from the Middle English word 'selvage', which is a combination of 'self' and 'edge', implying an edge that is self-finished. The word can be traced back to the Old Norse word 'selfr', meaning 'self', and this construction reflects the nature of the fabric being finished in a manner that it does not fray. The concept of selvage has been essential in textile manufacturing since ancient weaving techniques, where artisans developed methods to ensure durability and functionality in fabric edges. Over centuries, as weaving technologies advanced, the significance of selvage has persisted, not only for practical uses but also as a design element in fashion and crafts. Today's understanding of selvage also includes specialized terms related to woven fabrics, which vary based on production techniques and materials used.