stitches Definition and Meaning in English (stitches definition)

noun
Synonyms:suturesseams
Quick Answer • Definition

Stitches definition: A loop of thread or other material used by a surgeon to join the edges of a wound or surgical incision.

Definitions of Stitches

  1. 1noun

    A loop of thread or other material used by a surgeon to join the edges of a wound or surgical incision.

  2. 2noun

    A single complete movement of a threaded needle in sewing, knitting, or embroidery, forming part of a larger pattern.

  3. 3verb

    To sew or join something with stitches, especially to close a wound or repair fabric.

Example Sentences

casual

“The doctor removed her stitches after ten days.”

casual

“She dropped a stitch while knitting the scarf.”

casual

“The tailor stitches clothes with great precision.”

Synonyms

Inflected Word Forms

infinitivestitch
past tensestitched
present participlestitching
nounstitch
agent nounstitcher

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

in stitchesidiom

Laughing uncontrollably or very hard.

drop a stitchcollocation

To accidentally miss a loop of yarn when knitting or crocheting.

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Stitches definition: A loop of thread or other material used by a surgeon to join the edges of a wound or surgical incision.
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'Stitches' translates to 'stitches' in English. Stitches definition: A loop of thread or other material used by a surgeon to join the edges of a wound or surgical incision.
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