How Do You Spell TWILL?

Pronunciation: [twˈɪl] (IPA)

The word "twill" is spelled using the IPA phonetic transcription /twɪl/. The first sound, "tw" is a combination of the "t" and "w" sounds. The "i" in the middle is pronounced as a short "ih" sound. The final sound is the letter "l", pronounced as a soft and quick flick of the tongue on the roof of the mouth. Twill is a type of textile weave that creates a pattern of diagonal lines or ridges, commonly used in the production of clothing and home textiles.

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TWILL Meaning and Definition

  1. Twill is a fabric that is characterized by its noticeable diagonal woven pattern. It is commonly used in the production of clothing, upholstery, and other textiles. The word "twill" originates from the Old English word "twili," which means "two-fold" or "double." The unique diagonal pattern of twill is created by interlacing the yarns in a manner that results in a diagonal ribbing or parallel diagonal lines on the surface of the fabric.

    Twill fabrics are known for their durability, wrinkle resistance, and the ability to hide stains and dirt. This makes them particularly suitable for heavy-duty uses such as workwear, uniforms, and outdoor gear. Twill is also a popular choice for trousers, jackets, suits, and skirts, due to its versatility and comfortable feel.

    There are various types of twill weaves, including regular twill, herringbone, diagonal, and cavalry twill. The direction and angle of the diagonal lines in the pattern may vary depending on the particular twill weave used. Additionally, twill fabrics can be made from different types of fibers, such as cotton, wool, polyester, or a blend, each offering unique properties and characteristics.

    Overall, twill is a versatile and durable fabric that is widely used in the textile industry due to its distinctive diagonal weaving pattern and various desirable qualities.

  2. • To weave cloth so as to produce the appearance of diagonal lines or ribs on its surface.
    • Cloth having a kind of diagonal-ribbed appearance on the surface, produced by a particular manner of weaving.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of TWILL

The word "twill" originates from the Old English word "twiliht", which means "two-fold". This term refers to the characteristic woven pattern of the fabric, which is created by interlacing warp and weft threads in a distinctive diagonal pattern. The word "twill" has been in English usage since the 15th century and has roots in Old English and Middle English.

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Plural form of TWILL is TWILLS

Conjugate verb Twill

CONDITIONAL

I would twill
you would twill
he/she/it would twill
we would twill
they would twill

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be twilling
you would be twilling
he/she/it would be twilling
we would be twilling
they would be twilling

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have twill
you would have twill
he/she/it would have twill
we would have twill
they would have twill

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been twilling
you would have been twilling
he/she/it would have been twilling
we would have been twilling
they would have been twilling

FUTURE

I will twill
you will twill
he/she/it will twill
we will twill
they will twill

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be twilling
you will be twilling
he/she/it will be twilling
we will be twilling
they will be twilling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have twilled
you will have twilled
he/she/it will have twilled
we will have twilled
they will have twilled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been twilling
you will have been twilling
he/she/it will have been twilling
we will have been twilling
they will have been twilling

IMPERATIVE

you twill
we let´s twill

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to twill

PAST

I twilled
you twilled
he/she/it twilled
we twilled
they twilled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was twilling
you were twilling
he/she/it was twilling
we were twilling
they were twilling

PAST PARTICIPLE

twilled

PAST PERFECT

I had twilled
you had twilled
he/she/it had twilled
we had twilled
they had twilled

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been twilling
you had been twilling
he/she/it had been twilling
we had been twilling
they had been twilling

PRESENT

I twill
you twill
he/she/it twills
we twill
they twill

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am twilling
you are twilling
he/she/it is twilling
we are twilling
they are twilling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

twilling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have twilled
you have twilled
he/she/it has twilled
we have twilled
they have twilled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been twilling
you have been twilling
he/she/it has been twilling
we have been twilling
they have been twilling
I would have twilled
we would have twilled
you would have twilled
he/she/it would have twilled
they would have twilled

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