crochet

1 of 2

noun

cro·​chet krō-ˈshā 

: needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle

crochet

2 of 2

verb

crocheted; crocheting; crochets

transitive verb

: to make of crochet

crocheted a doily

intransitive verb

: to work with crochet

crocheter

krō-ˈshā-ər 

noun

Examples of crochet in a Sentence

Noun

She learned basic crochet stitches from her mother.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Another one of his knitters, Anne-Marie Winet, is leading a crochet workshop as part of a program of events linked to the exhibition. —Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025

Best Gifts for Teens When looking for gifts for teens, consider products that align with their interests and passions, such as a practical bucket hat inspired by their favorite K-pop show or a fun crochet kit. —Anja Webb, Parents, 6 Nov. 2025

Verb

One room of the synagogue was lined with a variety of items by artisans specializing in fruit preserves, writing, sculpting, crocheting, jewelry-making and photography. —Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2025

If your friend is obsessed with all things crochet, a pair of handmade crochet headphone covers is a fun gift. —Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Noun

French, hook, crochet, from Middle French, diminutive of croche hook, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse krōkr hook

First Known Use

Noun

1844, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1854, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Rhymes for crochet

• airway
• allay
• archway
• array
• ashtray
• astray
• aue
• away
• ballet
• belay
• beltway
• beret

Kids Definition

crochet

1 of 2 noun

cro·​chet krō-ˈshā 

: needlework done by forming and weaving loops in a thread with a hooked needle

crochet

2 of 2 verb

crocheted; crocheting

: to make of or work with crochet

crocheter

-ˈshā-ər 

noun