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Lisle

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Durability Focus

Lisle is known for strength and durability, often used in hosiery and gloves.

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The lisle socks lasted much longer than ordinary cotton ones.
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Smooth Texture

Lisle refers to cotton with a smooth finish, ideal for comfort in clothing.

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She preferred lisle sheets for their smoothness.
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Technical Term

Lisle is a technical term; use it when discussing textiles or fabric properties.

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The tailor recommended lisle thread for the intricate embroidery.
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