stitch

stitch [stich]

n.

[ME stiche < OE stice, a puncture, stab: for IE base see STICK]

1.

a) a single complete in-and-out movement of the threaded needle in sewing

b) SUTURE (sense 4c)

2. a single loop of yarn worked off a needle in knitting, crocheting, etc.

3. the piece of thread worked in, or a loop, knot, etc. made, by stitching

4. a particular kind of stitch or style of stitching

5. a sudden, sharp pain in the side or back

6. a bit or piece; specif., an article of clothing [wearing not a stitch]

vi.

to make stitches; sew

vt.

1. to fasten, join, repair, adorn, or operate upon with or as with stitches; sew

2. to fasten or unite (cartons, booklets, etc.) with staples

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in stitches

in a state of uproarious laughter

stitcher

n.