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Glossary Of Fabric Terms [6]

Z Z Twist A direction of the twist in yarns, from top right to bottom left, resembling the long stroke of the letter Z.
Zari An even thread traditionally made of fine gold or silver used in traditional Bengali, Indian, and Pakistani garments, especially as brocade in saris. This thread is woven into fabrics, primarily made of silk to create intricate patterns.
Zephyr A thin kind of cashmere made in Belgium. The term also refers to a waterproof fabric of wool.
Zero Twist The fibers that are used in a terry towel weave. This type of yarn is not spun in the typical way – the fibers are not twisted before they are woven, but they are put into a synthetic casing that dissolves when the yarn is dyed.
Zibeline A thick, soft fabric with a long nap. It is usually made of wool, such as mohair or alpaca, but can also be made from the hair of other animals, such as camels.
Zorbeez Chamois cloth which is claimed by manufacturer Vertical Branding to be capable of absorbing over 20 fluid oz. of liquid. However, it has often been tested with mixed results.