n. An ancient Eastern method for removing hair by means of a thread, which is rolled over the hair in order to pluck it out at the follicle level.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Forminga link with the windings of an electric circuit: said lines of force of a magnetic circuit passing through a coil of wire.
Word Usage
"Stafford was picked as the game's MVP, completing his performance by showing a nice touch in threading a 21-yard TD pass to Moreno late in the fourth quarter."