slubbed; slubbing
: to draw out and twist (slivers of wool, cotton, etc.) slightly
: a soft thick uneven section in a yarn or thread
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025
Unlike some other linen sheets that might have noticeably bumpy slubs in the weave, these sheets are almost velvety.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2025
The cotton slub room-darkening curtains, $59.90 at Quince, are made from 100% cotton and feature a unique cross-weave pattern with a natural, nubby texture.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 19 Mar. 2025
American Giant spent over a year developing their custom slub fabric and their devotion to perfection shows.
—Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
This asymmetrical sofa is available in an array of fabrics, including velvet, slub velvet, chenille and piper weave.
—Good Housekeeping, 5 Sep. 2023
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To give big box retailers a price-friendly option, the firm presented 100 percent cotton fabrics that mimic linen’s slub pattern.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025
Unlike some other linen sheets that might have noticeably bumpy slubs in the weave, these sheets are almost velvety.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2025
The cotton slub room-darkening curtains, $59.90 at Quince, are made from 100% cotton and feature a unique cross-weave pattern with a natural, nubby texture.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 19 Mar. 2025
American Giant spent over a year developing their custom slub fabric and their devotion to perfection shows.
—Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
This asymmetrical sofa is available in an array of fabrics, including velvet, slub velvet, chenille and piper weave.
—Good Housekeeping, 5 Sep. 2023
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“Slub.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slub. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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