sewing

noun

sew·​ing ˈsō-iŋ How to pronounce sewing (audio)
1
: the act, method, or occupation of one that sews
2
: material that has been or is to be sewed

Examples of sewing in a Sentence

She left her sewing in the living room.
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Here are several local businesses that specialize in all kinds of crafts — from sewing and quilting to knitting, painting and scrapbooking. Kelly Tyko, Axios, 25 Feb. 2025 In August 2023, Alvis quit her full-time job in law to pursue her dreams of being a pattern designer and content creator with no background in sewing. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025 Other than the sewing and embroidery machines, the execution of the project will be done by library staff. Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2025 Joann, a go-to for many looking for fabric, sewing and other art equipment, is preparing to close about 500 of its roughly 850 locations across the U.S. Stores will close in 49 of the 50 states. Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sewing

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sewing was in the 14th century

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“Sewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sewing. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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sewing

noun
sew·​ing
ˈsō-iŋ
1
: the act, method, or occupation of one that sews
2
: material that has been or is to be sewed

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