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genappe|dʒɪˈnæp|
[f. Genappe in Belgium, the original place of manufacture.]
(See quot. 1858.) Also genappe yarn.
1858Simmonds Dict. Trade, Genappe, a worsted yarn or cord used in the manufacture of braids, fringes, &c.; its smoothness enabling it to be well combined with silk. 1888Daily News 16 July 2/7 Small purchases are made in a great variety of yarns, including cords, genappes, fustians, &c. 1892Holden in Pall Mall G. 7 June 7/2, I introduced a new manufacture, namely, that of genappe yarns.
b. Comb., as genappe-spinner.
1897Daily News 5 Nov. 11/3 The worsted genappe spinners are all very busy. |