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stitch

/stษชtสƒ/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

A single loop of thread or yarn resulting from a single pass of the needle in sewing, knitting, or embroidery.

Example Sentences:
  • โ€œHer dress had intricate embroidery with thousands of tiny stitches.โ€
  • โ€œThe seam came undone because a single stitch broke.โ€
2.noun

A length of thread used to close a wound; a surgical suture.

Example Sentences:
  • โ€œThe cut on his forehead required five stitches.โ€
  • โ€œThe doctor will remove the stitches in a week.โ€
3.verb

To sew, mend, or join together with stitches.

Example Sentences:
  • โ€œShe sat by the fire to stitch the torn hem of her coat.โ€
  • โ€œHe learned how to stitch leather for making shoes.โ€
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Old English 'stice' (puncture, prick), related to 'stician' (to pierce, stick), of Germanic origin. The noun and verb sense developed from sewing with a needle, which pierces material.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

A stitch in time saves nine: fixing a small tear now prevents a bigger problem later.

Frequently Asked Questions About โ€œstitchโ€

1. What is the meaning of โ€œstitchโ€ in English?

In English, stitch (noun) is defined as: โ€œA single loop of thread or yarn resulting from a single pass of the needle in sewing, knitting, or embroidery.โ€.

2. How do you use โ€œstitchโ€ in a sentence?

โ€œHer dress had intricate embroidery with thousands of tiny stitches.โ€

3. What are English synonyms of โ€œstitchโ€?

Common synonyms include:suture,sew,loop,tack

4. What is the etymology and word origin of โ€œstitchโ€?

Old English 'stice' (puncture, prick), related to 'stician' (to pierce, stick), of Germanic origin. The noun and verb sense developed from sewing with a needle, which pierces material.