The term "warp" has several meanings, depending on its context.
1) In general usage, warp refers to a set of threads that are interwoven with another set of threads (weft) in weaving or knitting to create fabric. The warp is the vertical threads that hold the structure of the fabric together while the weft runs horizontally through the warp.
2) In space and physics, "warp" refers to a hypothetical technology that allows for faster-than-light travel by bending or manipulating spacetime around a spaceship. This concept is popularized in science fiction, particularly in Star Trek where it's called "Warp Drive."
3) In textiles and clothing, warp refers to the threads that are used as the foundation for weaving fabric. These threads run lengthwise on the loom and determine the width of the final product.
4) Warp can also refer to a series of related events or experiences, often in a negative context such as "a life full of warps and woofs" meaning a chaotic or unpredictable life.