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lisle-thread

Lisle

[lahyl]
Lisle is a type of cotton fabric that has been processed to give it a smooth finish. The process burns off lint and threads as well as fiber ends, leaving a smooth edge. Lisle may also refer to the type of thread used to make the fabric.

Lisle can also refer to:

People

"Lisle" is a last name of French origin which was originally contracted from L'Isle upon an immigrant's arrival at Ellis Island in the United States.

see Delisle

Places

Australia

Other uses

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