heddle

/ˈhɛdəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A small rod or pin used in a loom to raise the warp threads

“The weaver carefully used the heddle to adjust the fabric’s texture.”

2. verb

To raise or lower the warp threads on a loom using a heddle

“She heddled the fabric quickly to meet the tight deadline.”

Synonyms

  • reel
  • shaft

Antonyms

  • loosen