引ひき綿わた

noun

floss silk

Refers to the fine, soft silk fibers used for embroidery or as dental floss. A specific textile term.

• 刺し繍しゅうには引ひき綿わたを使つかうと、仕し上あがりが美うつくしくなる。

  Using floss silk for embroidery gives a beautiful finish.