lockstitch

English

/ˈlɑkstɪt͡ʃ/

noun
Definitions
  • (sewing) A stitch made by a sewing machine in which two threads are interlocked.

Etymology

Compound from English lock (tuf of hair, tuft length of hair, curl, tuft of hair) + English stitch (needlework).

Origin

English

stitch

Gloss

needlework

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