Definition of Hemstitch

1. Noun. A stitch in which parallel threads are drawn and exposed threads are caught together in groups.

Exact synonyms: Hemstitching
Generic synonyms: Embroidery Stitch, Sewing Stitch

2. Verb. Sew with hemstitches. "Hemstitch a sleeve"
Generic synonyms: Run Up, Sew, Sew Together, Stitch
Derivative terms: Hemstitching

3. Noun. Embroidery similar to drawnwork.
Generic synonyms: Embroidery, Fancywork

Definition of Hemstitch

1. v. t. To ornament at the head of a broad hem by drawing out a few parallel threads, and fastening the cross threads in successive small clusters; as, to hemstitch a handkerchief.

Definition of Hemstitch

1. [v -ED, -ING, -ES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Hemstitch

hempier
hempies
hempiest
hemplike
hemps
hempseed
hempseeds
hempweed
hempweeds
hempy
hemp agrimony
hemp family
hemp nettle
hemp willow
hems
hemstitch (current term)
hemstitched
hemstitcher
hemstitchers
hemstitches
hemstitching
hemuse
hem and haw
hem in
hen
hen
hen's-foot
hen-cluck stertor
hen-hearted
hen-of-the-woods

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