yarn dyeing; thread dyeing before weaving
Technical term in textile production; refers to dyeing yarn or thread before it is woven into fabric, as opposed to piece dyeing.
Using yarn-dyed thread produces fabric that resists fading.
This kimono is made using the yarn-dyeing technique.
Standard spelling for yarn dyeing before weaving.
Abbreviated form, common in technical or commercial contexts.
Compound of 先 (saki, 'before') and 染め (some, 'dyeing'), referring to dyeing before weaving.