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

Rules for knitting needles and crochet hooks vary by airline and country, but scissors are one thing that consistently causes issues. —Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2025

Below, find the best gifts for friends, from DIY crochet kits to trendy winter accessories that make excellent stocking stuffers. —Madeleine Bokan Thares, Glamour, 9 Dec. 2025

Verb

Meanwhile, others are embracing a slower hibernation mode, like reading that final book on your TBR list, easing into restorative routines, or slowly crocheting a seasonal sweater. —Raquel Reichard, Refinery29, 16 Dec. 2025

Artist Diane Valentino creates colorful hats, crafted from recycled materials ranging from quilt-like cottons to crochet or any fabric that catches her eye. —Daniella Walsh, Oc Register, 28 Nov. 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