Definitions for "Pilling"
Formation of small tangles of fibers when the surface of a material is rubbed against itself or another surface. Looks like small fabric balls on the fabric surface. The tendency to pill is not a desirable quality in a fabric.
Occurs when small fiber balls form on the surface of the fabric. All fabrics have the potential to pill. On fine cotton fabrics, the pills are removed by laundering.
fibers tendency to work loose from the fabric surface and form a balled or matted particles attached to the surface of the fabric.
Keywords:  cowls, jersey, spandex, satin, sleeves
tiny bits of rolled or ball shaped material that like fraying is the result of light impact, repetitive motion, and friction. It is most commonly found on spandex panels, under sleeves, and inside of cowls and tails. It is also common on the satin shoulder material found on many football jerseys.
The erosion of the material in a jersey that produces small pebble-like flecks. Equipment that rubs against a jersey is the main cause of pilling. An indicator of game use inside and outside the jersey.
Formation of small balls of material resembling pills that is the result of friction from repetitive motion, impact, etc. It is most commonly found on spandex panels, under sleeves, inside of cowls and tails, and on the satin-like shoulder material used on many jerseys.
Keywords:  wyre, fylde, lancashire, village, coast
Pilling is a village in Lancashire, in a part of the Fylde Coast known as Over Wyre.
Keywords:  blanket, caking, rollers, dust, offset
In printing, the building up or caking of ink on rollers, plate or blanket; will not transfer readily. Also, the accumulation of paper dust or coating on the blanket of offset press.