sharp thread
[/ʃɑrp θrɛd/]
nounpl: sharp threads
linha afiada
1. A thread with a pointed or keen edge, typically used in sewing or stitching to penetrate fabric more easily
The sharp thread made it easier to sew through the thick denim.
A linha afiada facilitou costurar o tecido de jeans grosso.
2. In textile or manufacturing contexts, thread that has been sharpened or treated to have a fine point for precision work
The tailor preferred sharp thread for detailed embroidery work.
O alfaiate preferiu linha afiada para trabalho de bordado detalhado.
In Brazil, particularly in São Paulo's textile industry hub, 'linha afiada' is commonly used among seamstresses, tailors, and factory workers. The term reflects the practical importance of quality thread in both artisanal and industrial sewing traditions. In the USA, this is more of a technical term used in professional sewing rather than everyday speech.
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