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stitch

Pronunciation: [stɪtʃ]

Word

Learn how to use stitch in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “sewing”

(noun) a single loop of thread that you use to join pieces of fabric together when you are sewing. Think of it like putting two pieces of paper together with a small dot of glue.

Example

She made a beautiful quilt with each stitch carefully placed.

Example

There was no stitch in the fabric, so it fell apart easily.

Example

How many stitches did you use to make that dress?

Context: “sewing”

(verb) to join pieces of fabric together by using a needle and thread. This is like when you want to fix a hole in your shirt by sewing it shut.

Example

He will stitch up the tear in his pants before going out.

Example

She didn't stitch the sweater, so it has a big hole in it.

Example

Can you stitch this fabric together for me?

Context: “medical”

(verb) to close a wound or cut with a special needle and thread in order to help it heal. This is what doctors do when you get hurt and need to fix the skin.

Example

The doctor will stitch the cut on my finger to help it heal.

Example

I didn’t need stitches because the cut was small and could heal on its own.

Example

Will they need to stitch the wound on your arm?

How to pronounce stitch

Pronunciation: [stɪtʃ]

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