stitching
|stitch-ing|
B1
/ˈstɪtʃɪŋ/
(stitch)
loop of thread
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stitch' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sticca,' where 'stic-' meant 'to pierce or prick.'
Historical Evolution
'sticca' transformed into the Middle English word 'stichen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'stitch.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pierce or prick,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'sewing or joining fabrics.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of sewing or joining fabrics together using a needle and thread.
The stitching on the dress was intricate and beautiful.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'stitch', meaning to sew or join fabrics together.
She is stitching a quilt for her grandmother.
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Last updated: 2025/02/12 00:25