Noah Webster's New International Dictionary of the English Language

1. (imp. & p. p.) of Worst.

2. (n.) Well-twisted yarn spun of long-staple wool which has been combed to lay the fibers parallel, used for carpets, cloth, hosiery, gloves, and the like.

3. (n.) Fine and soft woolen yarn, untwisted or lightly twisted, used in knitting and embroidery.