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dobby

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dob·by  (db)
n. pl. dob·bies
1. A mechanical part in a loom that controls the harnesses so as to permit weaving of small geometric figures.
2.
a. A small geometric figure woven into fabric.
b. A fabric with such figures.

[Perhaps from Dobbie, diminutive of Dob, alteration of Rob, nickname for Robert.]

dobby [ˈdɒbɪ]
n pl -bies
(Clothing, Personal Arts & Crafts / Textiles) an attachment to a loom, used in weaving small figures
[perhaps from Dobby, pet form of Robert]


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Byline: Desmond Stoneham PRINCE CYRANO, trained by Stuart Williams, shared second place behind Dobby Road in the Group 3 Prix d'Arenberg at Chantilly yesterday, writes Desmond Stoneham.
 
 
 
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