retting

[US]/ˈrɛtɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈrɛtɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the process of soaking plants (like flax) to separate fibers; the act of steeping or soaking in water; the process of breaking down plant materials for fiber extraction

Phrases & Collocations

retting process

retting period

retting method

retting time

retting agent

retting water

retting temperature

retting conditions

retting fibers

Example Sentences

the process of retting flax is crucial for producing linen.

retting can be done using water or dew.

farmers often use retting to separate fibers from plants.

traditional retting methods have been passed down for generations.

different retting techniques can affect the quality of the fiber.

retting is an essential step in textile production.

after retting, the fibers are washed and dried.

modern retting methods are more efficient than traditional ones.

retting can take several days depending on the weather.

in some regions, retting is done in rivers or ponds.

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