breakable thread
[BREY-kuh-bul thred]
nounpl: breakable threads
fio quebradiço
1. A thread that is fragile and prone to breaking easily under tension or stress
The antique fabric was held together by breakable threads that required careful handling.
O tecido antigo era mantido unido por fios quebradiços que exigiam manuseio cuidadoso.
2. In sewing and textiles, a thread with low tensile strength that may snap during stitching
Be careful with this breakable thread; use a slower machine speed to avoid snapping.
Cuidado com este fio quebradiço; use uma velocidade mais lenta na máquina para evitar que se rompa.
3. A figurative expression referring to a fragile connection or relationship
Their friendship hung by a breakable thread after the argument.
A amizade deles pendia por um fio quebradiço após a discussão.
In Brazilian textile and fashion industries, the term 'fio quebradiço' is commonly used when discussing garment quality and longevity. It reflects concerns about craftsmanship and material durability. The phrase also appears frequently in conservation work when dealing with antique or historical textiles.
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