Answer: kemps

AnswerCrossword Clue
KEMPSCoarse fibers of wool.
kempsKEMP, to strive to win
kempsto contest, fight, or strive, esp. to strive in a reaping contest
kempscontest, as between two athletes or two groups of workers, esp. a reaping contest between farmworkers
kempsshort, coarse, brittle fiber, used chiefly in the manufacture of carpets
kempsmale given name
kempsa. strong, brave warrior b. athlete, esp. a champion c. professional fighter d. impetuous or roguish young man