1. A fine, smooth cotton thread or yarn, typically made from long-staple cotton and often mercerized.
Usage: Also called lisle thread.; Named after Lisle (Lille), France, where it was originally produced.

1. Made of or resembling lisle; smooth and fine in texture.
Usage: Commonly used to describe hosiery and gloves.

Examples

• She wore lisle stockings that were soft and durable.
• The lisle thread was perfect for delicate embroidery work.
• Lisle gloves were a popular accessory in the early 20th century.
• The fabric had a smooth lisle finish that felt comfortable against the skin.
• He preferred lisle socks because they lasted longer than ordinary cotton.
• The dress was trimmed with fine lisle edging.