Pronunciation: [tˈiːzə͡lɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "Teaseling" is written with double "e" and a single "l" at the end. This is because the word is derived from "tease," which means to comb or brush fabric to raise its nap. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˈtiːzlɪŋ/. The first sound is "t" followed by a long "ee" sound. The "z" and "l" sounds come next, with a short "i" sound in between. The word ends with a nasal "ng" sound.
Teaseling is a process commonly used in textile manufacturing, particularly in the finishing stage, to raise the nap or pile on a fabric. It involves using a machine called a teasel gig, which consists of a cylinder covered in teasel heads (dried flower heads of the teasel plant), to gently comb or scratch the surface of the fabric. This action helps to create or enhance a soft, fuzzy texture by raising the individual fibers, giving the fabric a plush and luxurious appearance.
During the teaseling process, the teasel gig is rotated against the fabric, causing the teasel heads to gently grab and lift the fibers. This action aligns the fibers and creates a uniform surface texture, while also removing any loose threads or impurities that may be present. Additionally, teaseling can help to increase the fabric's ability to hold warmth by creating air pockets in the raised fibers, making it a desirable treatment for textiles used in colder climates.
Teaseling can be applied to various types of fabrics, including wool, cotton, and synthetic blends, depending on the desired effect. It is commonly used in the production of blankets, upholstery fabrics, and certain types of clothing. The degree of teaseling can be controlled by adjusting the pressure, speed, and duration of the process, allowing manufacturers to achieve different levels of softness and nap height in the finished fabric.
The cutting and gathering of teasels; raising a nap by means of the teasels.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "teaseling" is derived from the Middle English term "tesel" or "tesling", which comes from the Old English word "tæsel". This Old English term originally referred to a tool used for carding or dressing the fibers of wool and other materials. Over time, "teaseling" came to specifically refer to the process of raising the nap on cloth by means of these teasing tools, and it eventually became a verb to describe this action.
