Twine

For other uses, see Twine (disambiguation).
Spools of twine
Twine tied around three trees, Portland, Oregon

Twine is a light string or strong thread composed of two or more smaller strands or yarns twisted, and then twisted together. More generally, the term can be applied to a cord.

Natural fibres used for making twine include cotton, sisal, jute, hemp, henequen, and coir. A variety of synthetic fibres are also used.

Applications

See also

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