hemstitch
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hem·stitch
(hĕm′stĭch′)n.
1. A decorative stitch usually bordering a hem, as on a handkerchief, made by drawing out several parallel threads and catching together the cross threads in uniform groups.
2. Needlework in which this stitch is used.
tr.v. hem·stitched, hem·stitch·ing, hem·stitch·es
To ornament or embroider with hemstitches.
hem′stitch′er n.
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hemstitch
(ˈhɛmˌstɪtʃ)n
(Knitting & Sewing) a decorative edging stitch, usually for a hem, in which the cross threads are stitched in groups
vb
(Knitting & Sewing) to decorate (a hem, etc) with hemstitches
ˈhemˌstitcher n
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hem•stitch
(ˈhɛmˌstɪtʃ)v. n.
the stitch used or the needlework done in hemstitching.
[1830–40]
hem′stitch`er, n.
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hemstitch
Past participle: hemstitched
Gerund: hemstitching
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Noun | 1. | hemstitch - a stitch in which parallel threads are drawn and exposed threads are caught together in groups embroidery stitch, sewing stitch - a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather |
2. | hemstitch - embroidery similar to drawnwork fancywork, embroidery - decorative needlework | |
Verb | 1. | hemstitch - sew with hemstitches; "hemstitch a sleeve" |
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