Skein(n.) A quantity of yarn, thread, or the like, put up together, after it is taken from the reel, -- usually tied in a sort of knot.
Skein(n.) A metallic strengthening band or thimble on the wooden arm of an axle.
Skein(n.) A flight of wild fowl (wild geese or the like).
Skeine(n.) See Skean.

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