A textile weave pattern that produces diagonal parallel ribs on the fabric surface. Also refers to fabric made with this weave, commonly used for denim, chino, and gabardine.
From Old English 'twili' meaning 'woven with double thread,' related to 'twi-' (two) and the root of 'loom.' The weaving technique creates the characteristic diagonal pattern by passing the weft thread over and under multiple warp threads in a staggered pattern.
Twill weaving is one of the three fundamental weave structures (along with plain and satin weaves) and creates some of the world's most durable fabrics. Denim, one of the most globally recognizable fabrics, is a twill weave that gets its strength and distinctive texture from this ancient technique.
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