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Jacquard machine
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English
Etymology
Named after Joseph Marie Jacquard, the inventor.
Noun
A device fitted to a loom that simplifies the process of manufacturing patterned textiles by means of punch cards that control the weaving operation.
Related terms
en jacquard
en Jacquard loom
Translations
device
Finnish: fi jakardilaite, fi jacquardlaite
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