Filatory
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɪlətəɹi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Filatory is a noun meaning (obsolete) A machine for forming threads.
Meaning
(obsolete) A machine for forming threads.
Example Sentences
It [a silk manufactory] has 3 filatories, each of 640 reels, which are set in motion by a water-wheel; and besides a small filatory, turned by men.
Word Forms
- filatories
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include filature, fillet, threadmaking, threadmill, parfilage, filigrain.
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