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Shirttail Hem
The curved bottom hem of a shirt-higher on the side hip area (for ease of movement) dipping low in the front and back (so that the shirt will stay tucked into...
Shrinkage
The reduction in a dimension of a fibre, yarn or fabric.
NOTE:
Shrinkage may be induced by various treatments, e.g. wetting, steaming, alkali treatment, laundering, dry...
Burlap/Hessian
A coarse open fabric made of jute used for upholstery lining and bagging. When dyed or printed it is used in drapery, wall coverings,...
Defect
a) Article
A fault that reduces the ability of the article to perform its intended function or, if it were to appear in a prominent position in the article, would readily be seen and objected to by....