gaau1 si1膠絲膠丝
Jyutpinggaau1 si1
Yalegāau sī
Definition
Nylon yarn or monofilament line.
colloquialclothingother
How it's used
Refers specifically to synthetic filament or thread, often used in textiles or industrial applications. It is distinct from natural fibers like cotton or wool, and you will frequently hear it mentioned when discussing the material composition of clothing or fishing lines.
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