- to extend (slivers of fiber) and twist slightly in carding.
- the fibers produced by slubbing.
- a slight irregularity in yarn produced either accidentally or purposely by knotting or twisting or by including uneven lengths of fiber in spinning.
- a lump in yarn or fabric, often made intentionally to give a knobbly effect
- a loosely twisted roll of fibre prepared for spinning
- to draw out and twist (a sliver of fibre) preparatory to spinning
- (of material) having an irregular appearance
