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Glossary

What is Staple fibre?

A short fibre, like cotton, wool or linen, that must be spun into yarn before it can be woven or knitted.

This term in other languages

Arabicليف قصير (ستابل)
FrenchFibre discontinue
TurkishŞtapel elyaf

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What a natural fibre is and the main types used in apparel

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