Meaning & Definition of word "Sew"

Sew

/soʊ/

1. to join, fasten, or attach (things) by means of a needle and thread.
- Example: She learned how to sew a button onto her shirt.
2. to make or repair (something) by stitching with a needle and thread.
- Example: He decided to sew his torn jeans instead of buying a new pair.
3. to create (a garment or other fabric item) by stitching pieces of fabric together.
- Example: The fashion designer will sew a beautiful dress for the gala.
4. to fix or secure (especially in the context of sewing machines or fabric work).
- Example: Make sure to sew the edges neatly to prevent fraying.

From Old English ‘siwian’, related to the Indo-European root ‘sew-’ meaning ‘to stitch' or 'to weave’.

sew up:

To finish or secure something tightly.

sew what?:

A dismissive expression indicating that something is unimportant.

sew the seeds:

To initiate a process or idea that will develop further.

sewing:

The craft of fastening or attaching objects using stitches.

seamstress:

A woman who sews garments professionally.

tailor:

A person who makes clothing, specifically suits, by cutting and sewing fabric.

Meaning: To sew someone up

Example Sentence: He was so drunk that his friends had to sew him up back home.

Meaning: Sewing may refer to 'sewing the deal', meaning to finalize an agreement.

Example Sentence: After months of negotiation, they finally sewed the deal.