: needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle
crocheted; crocheting; crochets
: to make of crochet
crocheted a doily
: to work with crochet
Examples of crochet in a Sentence
Noun
She learned basic crochet stitches from her mother.
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Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2025
Subtle frays give garments an unfinished look, while embroidery, crochet and eyelet nod to slow fashion.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
David Chiu, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
The Prayer Shawl Ministry, for anyone who enjoys knitting or crocheting, is looking for folks who enjoy making prayer shawls and squares, baby blankets and hats to minister to others.
—Carin Schoppmeyer, Arkansas Online, 27 July 2025
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Noun
Featuring knit and crochet items, baby quilts, floral arrangements, jewelry and wooden crafts.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2025
Subtle frays give garments an unfinished look, while embroidery, crochet and eyelet nod to slow fashion.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
Mary remembered her son as someone who was full of life and loved to crochet.
—David Chiu, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
The Prayer Shawl Ministry, for anyone who enjoys knitting or crocheting, is looking for folks who enjoy making prayer shawls and squares, baby blankets and hats to minister to others.
—Carin Schoppmeyer, Arkansas Online, 27 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for crochet
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“Crochet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crochet. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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