Definition

Adjective 1. Fastened or joined with stitches: Describes something that has been attached, closed, or mended using a needle and thread or a similar method of stitching.

Usage

The adjective "sewn" is used to describe the state of an object after the action of sewing has been completed. It is the past participle form of the verb "sew" and is often used with auxiliary verbs like "is," "was," "has been," or "had been."

Examples

• The sewn seam on the dress was very strong.
• The wound was carefully cleaned and sewn shut by the surgeon.
• She showed me the quilt, beautifully sewn by hand.
• The button had been sewn back on securely.

Advanced Usage

• "Hand-sewn": Made or fastened with stitches done by hand, not by machine.
  • The delicate lace was hand-sewn onto the veil.
• "Machine-sewn": Made or fastened with stitches created by a sewing machine.
  • For durability, the seams of the backpack are machine-sewn.

Variants and Related Words

• Sew (verb): To join, fasten, or repair something by making stitches with a needle and thread.
• Sewing (noun): The action or activity of sewing; work that is being sewn.
• Seam (noun): A line where two pieces of fabric are sewn together.

Synonyms

• Stitched: Fastened or mended with stitches.
• Embroidered: Decorated with needlework, which is a form of sewing.
• Darned: Mended by sewing interwoven stitches across a hole.

Related Phrases

• Sewn up (idiom, informal):
  • Successfully arranged or concluded: Completely settled or finalized.

    • The deal was sewn up after the final meeting.
  • Injured or exhausted (less common, informal): Very tired or hurt.

    • After the marathon, he was completely sewn up.

Adjective

1. fastened with stitches