Gimped
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-002574
Describing a decorative trim or yarn that has a core thread wrapped tightly with another, finer thread, creating a raised or textured effect. This technique adds dimension and embellishment to textiles, often used in upholstery, braids, and fringes. Gimped elements provide a distinct visual and tactile quality.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-002574 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Manufacturing |
| Synonyms | notched; toothed; serrated; imbrued; injured; deteriorated |
| Translations | German: gegimpt; Spanish: guindado; French: guimpé |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-002574",
"term": "Gimped",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "Describing a decorative trim or yarn that has a core thread wrapped tightly with another, finer thread, creating a raised or textured effect. This technique adds dimension and embellishment to textiles, often used in upholstery, braids, and fringes. Gimped elements provide a distinct visual and tactile quality.",
"synonyms": [
"notched",
"toothed",
"serrated",
"imbrued",
"injured",
"deteriorated"
],
"subject": "Manufacturing",
"translations": {
"de": "gegimpt",
"es": "guindado",
"fr": "guimpé"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/gimped/"
}
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