Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stray-strand

Noun
/streɪ strænd/
Definition
A stray-strand refers to a single, often isolated piece of thread or fiber that has become separated from a larger collection or structure.
Examples
  • After cleaning the room, she found a stray-strand of yarn on the floor.
  • During the inspection, a stray-strand of hair was discovered on the fabric.
Meaning
The term is typically used to describe a piece of something that is not in its intended place, often adding a visual cue of disorder or separation.
Synonyms
  • loose thread
  • disconnected fiber
  • isolated piece