Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of embroidery stitch: A single stitch formed by two stitches that cross each other to create an "X" shape.
   • A form of embroidery or needlework: The art, technique, or finished work created using this specific stitch.

Examples

• Noun:
  • She carefully sewed each cross-stitch to form a flower.
  • The sampler was filled with colorful cross-stitch.
  • The pattern calls for red thread and a simple cross-stitch.

Advanced Usage

• "to work in cross-stitch": To create embroidery using the cross-stitch technique.
  • The pillowcase was worked in delicate cross-stitch.

Variants and Related Words

• Cross-stitch (verb): To embroider using this stitch.
  • She learned to cross-stitch as a child.
• Cross-stitching (noun/gerund): The activity or process of making cross-stitch embroidery.
  • Her hobby is cross-stitching.

Synonyms

• Embroidery stitch: A general term for any stitch used in decorative needlework.
• Needlepoint: A related form of embroidery on canvas, often using similar stitches.

Related Phrases

• Cross-stitch pattern: A charted design used as a guide for creating cross-stitch work.
  • She bought a new cross-stitch pattern of a landscape.
• Cross-stitch sampler: A piece of embroidery made to demonstrate skill, often featuring alphabets, numbers, and motifs.
  • The antique cross-stitch sampler was framed on the wall.

Noun

1. embroidery done with pairs of stitches that cross each other
2. two stitches forming a cross or X