Sennit
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sennit is a noun meaning braided cord or fabric of such small stuff as plaited rope yarns.
Meaning
braided cord or fabric of such small stuff as plaited rope yarns.
More Meanings
- plaited or braided straw or grass which is used for making hats and for a variety of ornamental crafts
Example Sentences
In the 19th century British sailors wore sennit or sennet hats. Originally made by the sailors themselves they could be waterproofed with tar.
Word Forms
- sennits
- sennet
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include strand, string, service, line, yarn, rope.
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