stitch
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/stɪtʃ/
loop of thread
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stitch' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'stice,' where 'stic-' meant 'to pierce.'
Historical Evolution
'stice' transformed into the Middle English word 'stiche,' and eventually became the modern English word 'stitch'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sharp pain or prick,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a loop of thread.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a loop of thread or yarn resulting from a single pass or movement of the needle in sewing, knitting, or crocheting.
She added a decorative stitch to the hem of the dress.
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Noun 2
a sudden sharp pain, especially in the side.
He felt a stitch in his side after running.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41