chain-stitch

chain-stitch

A tailor uses a chain-stitch to hem a pair of trousers.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A type of sewing or embroidery stitch: "chain-stitch" refers to a stitch that forms a series of looped links resembling the links of a chain. It is created by pulling the thread through a loop formed by the previous stitch, resulting in a connected, chain-like pattern.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • She used a chain-stitch to embroider the border of the handkerchief. (She employed the looped stitch pattern for decorative sewing.)
    • The seamstress carefully worked a chain-stitch along the edge of the fabric. (She created a series of linked loops as a finishing stitch.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to work in chain-stitch": to sew or embroider using the chain-stitch technique.

    • The artisan worked in chain-stitch to outline the floral design. (The craftsperson used the looped stitch to define the pattern.)

  • "chain-stitch machine": a sewing machine that produces a chain-stitch, commonly used in industrial garment construction.

    • The factory uses a chain-stitch machine for hemming jeans. (The machine creates a durable, linked stitch.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Chain-stitch (verb): to sew or embroider using a chain-stitch.

    • She chain-stitched the initials onto the pillowcase. (She applied the chain-stitch pattern to the letters.)

  • Chain-stitcher (n): a person or machine that performs chain-stitching.

    • The chain-stitcher worked quickly on the production line. (The machine or operator specialized in chain-stitching.)
Synonyms
  • Loop stitch: a stitch that forms loops, similar to chain-stitch.
  • Tambour stitch: a specific type of chain-stitch used in embroidery, created with a hook.
Phrasal Verbs

  • Chain-stitch on: to attach something by sewing with a chain-stitch.

    • She chain-stitched the patch onto the jacket. (She sewed the patch using the looped stitch.)

  • Chain-stitch together: to join pieces of fabric using chain-stitching.

    • The pieces were chain-stitched together to form a quilt. (The fabric sections were connected with the linked stitch.)
Related Idioms
  • "Chain-stitch of memory": a figurative expression meaning a series of linked recollections.
    • Her diary formed a chain-stitch of memory, each entry connecting to the next. (The diary entries were linked like chain-stitches.)