Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bobbin
Noun
/ˈbɒb.ɪn/
Definition
A small cylindrical device that holds thread or yarn for sewing machines or weaving.
Examples
- The seamstress replaced the empty bobbin with a full one.
- She filled the bobbin with colorful threads to start her embroidery project.
- In weaving, the bobbin helps to manage the supply of yarn.
Meaning
Bobbin refers to the spool or reel that stores thread or yarn, which is crucial in various textile processes.
Synonyms
- Spool
- Reel
- Spindle
