Distaff
01
slända, spinnrock
a tool used in spinning to hold unspun fibers, such as wool or flax, keeping them untangled and ready for drawing into yarn
Exempel
The spinner balanced the distaff against her shoulder as she worked.
Spinnrocken balanserade spinnrocken mot hennes axel medan hon arbetade.
02
den kvinnliga sfären, kvinnornas domän
the domain of women's roles, labor, or lineage, especially domestic or familial responsibilities
Exempel
In that society, the distaff held quiet but enduring power.
I det samhället höll sländan en tyst men bestående makt.
distaff
01
kvinnlig, maternell
relating to women in general
Exempel
The distaff branch of the family lived nearby.
Den kvinnliga grenen av familjen bodde i närheten.
