How did a thread name in Russian come to be associated with fuss & bustle? Alexandra Guzeva Oct 21 2026 Education

https://www.gw2ru.com/education/258517-kanitel-thread-russian-come-fuss-and-bustle The word ‘kanitel’ (канитель) now means something drawn-out, troublesome, tedious and tiresome. But, you'd be surprised where the historical meaning came from.