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Reduce The Sheen Of Yarn Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "DELUSTER" which means:
- verb
- • To remove the lustre from yarn, typically by adding a pigment at spinning time
An example sentence would be:
- • "They delustered the fabric by removing the shiny finish."
- • "The dry cleaner can deluster your satin dress if you prefer a matte look."
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New York Times13 Apr 1991 | Down 38 | |
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