| Webster's Online Dictionary |
| Expressions | Domain | Definition | |
| Emblem drawer-in | Occupations | Sets up loom preparatory to embroidering emblems on uniforms or other items: Arranges needles according to spacing designated by operator of loom and tightens lock bolt, using wrench. Removes spools of thread from machine spindles and replaces spools with thread of specified weight and color. Wraps (loops) thread around tension bar specified number of times. Guides threads through series of rods and threads needle, using hooked instrument. Pulls out loose ends of thread by hand after several stitches have been made. Repeats operation each time uniform, emblem, or color of thread is changed. (references) | |
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