noun
- threads of natural or synthetic fibers used for knitting, weaving, or sewing
- long stories, especially ones that are entertaining but may be exaggerated or untrue
Usage: informal
Examples
- She bought colorful yarns to knit a sweater for her grandson.
- The craft store sells cotton and wool yarns in every shade imaginable.
- My grandmother taught me to crochet using soft baby yarns.
- The old sailor spun yarns about his adventures at sea.
- Don’t believe all his yarns about meeting famous celebrities.
- The children gathered around to hear their grandfather’s amusing yarns.