What's the difference between slub and slue?

Slub


Definition:

  • (n.) A roll of wool slightly twisted; a rove; -- called also slubbing.
  • (v. t.) To draw out and twist slightly; -- said of slivers of wool.

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Slue


Definition:

  • (n.) A slough; a run or wet place. See 2d Slough, 2.
  • (v. t.) To turn about a fixed point, usually the center or axis, as a spar or piece of timber; to turn; -- used also of any heavy body.
  • (v. t.) In general, to turn about; to twist; -- often used reflexively and followed by round.
  • (v. i.) To turn about; to turn from the course; to slip or slide and turn from an expected or desired course; -- often followed by round.
  • (n.) See Sloough, 2.

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