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Material Name: twine
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A strong cordage fiber composed of two or more strands plied together. Twine is typically made from natural cellulose fibers, such as cotton, jute, hemp, abaca, or sisal. The thin cords, measuring less than 0.5 cm in diameter, are primarily used for clothes lines,  wrapping packages, and making nets.

Synonyms and Related Terms
string, cord

Last updated on: 1/30/2009 12:04:01 PM


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Cotton twine


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