yarn
IPA: jˈɑrn
noun
- (uncountable) A twisted strand of fiber used for knitting or weaving.
- (nautical) Bundles of fibers twisted together, and which in turn are twisted in bundles to form strands, which in their turn are twisted or plaited to form rope.
- (countable) A story, a tale, especially one that is incredible.
verb
- To tell a story or stories, especially one that is lengthy or unlikely to be true.