: cantonese yale romanization sī jyutping si ipa [síː] southern min tâi-lô si middle chinese middle chinese si old chinese baxter ( ) *sjɨ baxter–sagart ( ) *sə japanese name kanji 絹 kana シルク play media a silk-producing raspy cricket silk is a natural protein fiber , some forms of which can be woven...
along its surface, and is used for hems, swimwear, and leg bands. knitted elastic is considered soft, lightweight, and quite strong. it does not narrow when stretched, and piercing it with a needle does not affect its ability to return to its original shape. it is considered practical for lightweight fabrics...