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crimp
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crimp
the natural wave of wool fibres

crimp [krimp]
(engineering)
To cause something to become wavy, crinkled, or warped, such as lumber.
To pinch or press together, especially a tubular or cylindrical shape, in order to seal or unite.
(textiles)
To give curl to synthetic fibers.


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``Unfortunately, it puts a crimp in lending,'' said Vladimir Victorio, director of lending for the Valley Economic Development Center.
The sale, completed or not, puts a crimp in Barbakow's plans to rebuild the company, he said.
Sheffield isn't expected to return until the weekend, which puts a crimp in his pursuit of Duke Snider's franchise home run mark of 43.
 
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