BACKSTITCH Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the word backstitch. (close relations)
Definition of BACKSTITCH
Best Alternative Words for BACKSTITCH
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hem | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down • the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc. verb • fold over and sew together to provide with a hem • utter `hem' or `ahem' | ||||||||
seam | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • joint consisting of a line formed by joining two pieces • a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface • a stratum of ore or coal thick enough to be mined with profit verb • put together with a seam | ||||||||
sew | verbv | |||||||
verb • fasten by sewing; do needlework • create (clothes) with cloth | ||||||||
stitch | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a link or loop or knot made by an implement in knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or sewing • a sharp spasm of pain in the side resulting from running verb • fasten by sewing; do needlework |