weft
[C/U] Both
pl: wefts
This term describes the horizontal thread that travels back and forth across a loom. It is the active element of weaving, providing the filling that transforms a set of parallel strings into a solid piece of cloth. In a broader sense, the word is often used to describe the intricate interlacing of different elements in a story or a complex situation. It suggests a structural interdependence where individual strands combine to create a cohesive whole.
Countable when referring to a specific strand of yarn used in a project. Uncountable when referring to the general system of horizontal threads in a textile.