machine thread
[məˈʃiːn θrɛd]
nounpl: machine threads
linha de máquina
1. A strong, thin strand of twisted fibers designed specifically for use in sewing machines, typically made from polyester, cotton, or nylon
She loaded a spool of machine thread into her sewing machine before starting the project.
Ela colocou um carretel de linha de máquina em sua máquina de costura antes de começar o projeto.
2. Thread manufactured to withstand the mechanical stress and speed of machine sewing operations
Machine thread is more durable than hand-sewing thread because it needs to endure constant tension and friction.
A linha de máquina é mais durável que a linha de costura à mão porque precisa suportar tensão e fricção constantes.
Machine thread is essential in Brazilian textile industries, which are significant in regions like São Paulo and Santa Catarina. In the USA, the term is common in both industrial and hobbyist sewing communities, with polyester machine thread being the most widely used type due to its durability and versatility.
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