The yarn has a barbaric ring to it (6)
I believe the answer is:
crewel
'the yarn' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
I don't understand how the remainder of the clue works.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for crewel that I've seen before include "Twisted yarn for tapestry or embroidery" , "Fine worsted yarn" .)
I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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