Warp

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006517",
  "term": "Warp",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The set of lengthwise yarns or threads in a woven fabric, which are held under tension on a loom during the weaving process. These yarns form the structural foundation of the fabric, running parallel to the selvage. The warp threads are interlaced with the weft threads to create the textile material.",
  "subject": "Manufacturing",
  "see_also": [
    "warp beam"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Kette",
    "es": "urdimbre",
    "fr": "chaîne"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/warp/"
}