: needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle
crocheted; crocheting; crochets
: to make of crochet
crocheted a doily
: to work with crochet
Examples of crochet in a Sentence
Noun
She learned basic crochet stitches from her mother.
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Charmaine Patterson, People.com, 29 July 2025
Her designs focus on crochet and fine materials that can be worn year-round rather than sparingly for special occasions.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 25 July 2025
Carin Schoppmeyer, Arkansas Online, 27 July 2025
Hyman’s skills extended beyond sewing to include knitting, crocheting, patternmaking, draping, sketching, beading and painting.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 22 July 2025
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Noun
For the occasion, Ellie wore a white crochet, see-through dress with lace trimming.
—Charmaine Patterson, People.com, 29 July 2025
Her designs focus on crochet and fine materials that can be worn year-round rather than sparingly for special occasions.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 25 July 2025
Verb
The Prayer Shawl Ministry, for anyone who enjoys knitting or crocheting, is looking for folks who enjoy making prayer shawls and squares, baby blankets and hats to minister to others.
—Carin Schoppmeyer, Arkansas Online, 27 July 2025
Hyman’s skills extended beyond sewing to include knitting, crocheting, patternmaking, draping, sketching, beading and painting.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 22 July 2025
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“Crochet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crochet. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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