yarn yarn /ˈjɑːrn/

noun

1. A fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton, silk, wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving  ( yarn , thread )
   a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton, silk, wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving
     She sewed the buttons back on using a needle and thread.
   She sewed the buttons back on using a needle and thread.
   
   
2. The act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events  ( narration , yarn , recital )
   the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events
    His narration was hesitant
   his narration was hesitant
   

verb

1. Tell or spin a yarn  ( yarn )
   tell or spin a yarn