manual thread
[ˈmænjuəl θrɛd]
nounpl: manual threads
fio manual / rosca manual
1. A thread created by hand without the use of machinery; thread twisted or spun manually
The artisan used a manual thread to create intricate embroidery on the fabric.
A artesã usou um fio manual para criar bordado intrincado no tecido.
2. In sewing or tailoring, thread applied or worked by hand rather than by machine
She preferred manual thread for delicate repair work on antique clothing.
Ela preferia fio manual para o trabalho delicado de restauro em roupas antigas.
3. In manufacturing, a screw thread produced by hand tapping or manual threading tools
The technician cut the manual thread into the metal rod using a die.
O técnico cortou a rosca manual na barra de metal usando uma tarraxa.
In Brazil, 'fio manual' is commonly used in artisanal crafts and textile traditions, particularly in regions with strong handcraft heritage like Minas Gerais and the Northeast. In industrial contexts, 'rosca manual' is the preferred term. In the USA, manual threading is less common in modern manufacturing but remains valued in fine embroidery and restoration work.
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