crochet

1 of 2

noun

cro·​chet krō-ˈshā How to pronounce crochet (audio)
: 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 noun

Examples of crochet in a Sentence

Noun She learned basic crochet stitches from her mother.
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Hairstyles like braids, cornrows, crochet braids, locs, and weaves all pull at the scalp and cause tension, which can damage your hair follicles. Tamekia Reece, SELF, 29 Nov. 2023 According to the experts, the hottest toy trends this season include DIY toys like crochet kits, cute and cuddly Squismallows, mini-toys, and STEM toys where kids can play and learn at the same time. Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 17 Nov. 2023 Your husband seems not to understand that crochet is not primarily productive. John Hodgman, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2023 This set comes with four decorative boxes designed to be opened every Sunday in December and filled with crochet tools, hooks, and other crochet notions. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 18 Nov. 2023 The kit is for absolute beginners and comes with a variety of yarns and needles to make small crochet projects like a handbag, coaster, placemat, or belt. Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 17 Nov. 2023 Last night, Scott took home the award for Diotima, known for its mesmerizing, distinctive pieces that incorporate traditional crochet work from her native Jamaica. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 7 Nov. 2023 Animal Crochet Store Beginner Ghost Crochet Kit For those who love a craft, this beginner crochet kit is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Erin Johnson, Peoplemag, 7 Nov. 2023 From mini portable fireplaces to weighted blankets and crochet beanies, here’s what to wrap up and give to the hygge obsessives in your life. Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2023
Verb
There are three recovery homes and a community center where people can attend 12-step meetings, play video games, or learn to crochet – and a similar place for teens. Geoff Mulvihill and Carla K. Johnson, The Christian Science Monitor, 6 Nov. 2023 Grasso, who learned to crochet from her late mother whom the brand is inspired by, hand-dyes her own fabrics and uses a combination of materials such as recyclable acrylic fibers, mohair, merino wool, silk and cotton to create the head-turning, colorful hats. Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2023 Another artist unraveled a prison blanket and crocheted the threads into a 3D horse. Riley Robinson, The Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2023 In fact, the journey inspired my debut novel, Sunny G's Series of Rash Decisions, which is about a cosplaying, crocheting Punjabi Sikh teen going on a prom night adventure to explore his identity with a Hmong teen. Navdeep Singh Dhillon, Parents, 6 Oct. 2023 Rodriguez, who crochets in her spare time, looked through the yarn. Elizabeth Myong, Dallas News, 7 Sep. 2023 Melissa Valdes Duque, a 24-year-old designer from Bogota, Columbia featured in the film, created crocheted looks that symbolize women’s physical and emotional scars. Anne D'innocenzio, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2023 Thompson—a textile artist who learned quilting, knitting, crocheting and sewing while growing up in Minneapolis—also addresses community loss in a piece called On Loving. Alicia Ault, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 July 2023 Gigi Hadid Goes Blueberry Picking with Daughter Khai, 2, in Rare Photos: 'Best of Summer' Elsewhere in the interview, Hadid opens up about trying out her old hobbies while bonding with Khai, from ceramics to crocheting. Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 4 Sep. 2023 See More

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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

Time Traveler
The first known use of crochet was in 1844

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Cite this Entry

“Crochet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crochet. Accessed 8 Dec. 2023.

Kids Definition

crochet

1 of 2 noun
cro·​chet krō-ˈshā How to pronounce crochet (audio)
: 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 noun
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