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backstitch

Pronunciation: /ˈbækˌstɪt͡ʃ/

The English word “backstitch” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A type of sewing stitch where the stitch goes backwards on the top side of the fabric and doubles forward on the bottom, coming out farther in front, then repeats. The backstitch is a very tight and secure stitch, and also looks very neat.

verb

  1. To sew with a backstitch.

Etymology

From back + stitch.

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