woolwork

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English

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Etymology

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From wool +‎ -work.

Noun

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woolwork (uncountable)

  1. Needlework made from wool, imitating tapestry.
    • 2008 January 11, Wendy Moonan, “Americana Dealer Cleans House”, in New York Times[1]:
      Leatherwood Antiques will show Vienna bronzes, sailors’ woolwork pictures and a large cane stand from Switzerland with a carved wooden eagle on top.

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