' heald ' without the metal disk, through which the end of the warp passes.
' heald ' without the metal disk, through which the end of the warp passes. w.Yks. (S.A.B.) Cf. neese, sb.x
Joseph Wright, English Dialect Dictionary (1898–1905)
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A Scottish dialect verb meaning to hoist or raise, related to the standard English 'heave' and cognate with Norwegian 'heisa'. Used in contexts of lifting sails, barrels, or heavy loads; implies a sustained effort rather than a quick lift.
An instrument used for stretching woollen cloth.
Containing hoops.
(always in the negative) To approve of, to condone.
A type of yarn for the warp.