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Definition of Skein
Skein
A quantity of yarn, thread, or the like, put up together, after it is taken from the reel, -- usually tied in a sort of knot.
A metallic strengthening band or thimble on the wooden arm of an axle.
A flight of wild fowl (wild geese or the like).

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Skein Translations

skein in Italian is capestro
skein in Spanish is madeja

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