sin3 luk1線轆线辘
Jyutpingsin3 luk1
Yalesin lūk
Definition
A spool, reel, or bobbin used for holding thread.
colloquialhomeclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical object holding the thread rather than the thread itself. It is common to see this used in household contexts when someone is sewing or repairing clothing. The term is straightforward and descriptive, focusing on the cylindrical shape of the holder.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
Pass me the spool of thread, I want to mend my shirt.
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