Yarn (?), n. [OE. yarn, &yogh_;arn, AS. gearn; akin to D. garen, G., OHG., Icel., Sw., & Dan. garn; of uncertain origin. Cf. Cord.][1913 Webster]
1. Spun wool; woolen thread; also, thread of other material, as of cotton, flax, hemp, or silk; material spun and prepared for use in weaving, knitting, manufacturing sewing thread, or the like.[1913 Webster]
2. (Rope Making) One of the threads of which the strands of a rope are composed.[1913 Webster]
3. A story told by a sailor for the amusement of his companions; a story or tale; as, to spin a yarn. [Colloq.][1913 Webster]