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filature

Syllabification: (fil·a·ture)
Pronunciation: /ˈfiləˌCHər, -CHo͝or/

Definition of filature

noun

  • the process of obtaining silk thread from silkworm cocoons.
  • an establishment where silk is obtained from silkworm cocoons.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from French, from Italian filatura, from filare 'to spin'

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