Skain.
1. A shaved split of osier. A split is a quarter of the osier, divided longitudinally down the pith.2. (Spinning.) A knot of yarn. See skein, 1.
3. (Vehicle.) A strap or tube of metal on the arm of a wagon-axle. See skein, 2.
4. (Weapon.) An Irish short-sword. A skean.