Sewing

ˈsoʊɪŋ

Meaning & Definition

noun
The act of joining or attaching pieces of fabric together using a needle and thread.
She enjoys sewing her own clothes on the weekends.
A craft or activity involving the design and construction of items from fabric.
Sewing can be a relaxing and rewarding hobby.
The stitched fabric or garment produced as a result of the sewing process.
The sewing on that dress is impeccable.
verb
To perform the act of joining pieces of fabric together using a needle and thread.
He is sewing a quilt for his daughter.
To make a garment or item by stitching fabric together.
She spent the afternoon sewing a costume for the play.

Etymology

From Old English 'siwian' meaning 'to sew, stitch'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sewing circle:
A group of people who gather to sew together and share skills.
sewing machine:
A machine used to sew fabric and other materials.
sewing bee:
An event where people come together to sew for a common purpose.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

To sew someone up
I had to sew him up after his fall.
Sewing it up
They were sewing it up for the big reveal.