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backstitch
[ bak-stich ]
verb (used with or without object)
- to sew by backstitch.
backstitch
/ ˈbækˌstɪtʃ /
noun
- a strong sewing stitch made by starting the next stitch at the middle or beginning of the preceding one
verb
- to sew using this stitch
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Word History and Origins
Origin of backstitch1
First recorded in 1605–15; back 2 + stitch ( def )
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Example Sentences
This machine would make a good backstitch and sew a seam straight forward.
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Here each little diamond is worked in simple outline stitch, and each square outlined with backstitch.
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Backstitch across the bottom with a slanting line of stitches.
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Insert one thickness between the other two ends, and backstitch closely.
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Lap ends one-fourth inch and backstitch closely at each edge of flap.
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