See Also: sleave(1)(dictionary)
sleave(2)(dictionary)

sleave(2) (iou)



sleave verb trans. [sli:v] Now dial. L16.

Divide (silk) by separation into filaments. L16.
Cleave, split, tear apart. dial. E19.
Comb.: sleave-silk silk thread that can be separated into smaller filaments for use in embroidery etc.