Definition of needlepoint
1 : lace worked with a needle over a paper pattern
2 : embroidery done on canvas usually in simple even stitches across counted threads
needlepoint
adjectiveFrom the M-W Editors
Examples of needlepoint in a Sentence
She sold her needlepoint at the arts and crafts fair.
Her hobbies include knitting and needlepoint.
Recent Examples of needlepoint from the Web
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These classes are a great way to get back into needlepoint and good for beginners and experienced stitchers alike.
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Fans of the brand shouldn't be too surprised by the push into home: At its Cruise 2017 show, held in the cloisters of Westminster Abbey, Michele designed velvet and needlepoint pillows that served both as cushions for guests and as a take-home gift.
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For the Cruise 2017 show, held in the cloisters of Westminster Abbey, Michele designed velvet and needlepoint pillows that served both as cushions for guests and as a take-home gift.
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For the Cruise 2017 show, held in the cloisters of Westminster Abbey, Michele designed velvet and needlepoint pillows that served both as cushions for guests and as a take-home gift.
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The stainless steel vessel is wrapped in their signature needlepoint, bearing the face of Pappy himself, and trimmed in full-grain leather.
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These classes are a great way to get back into needlepoint and good for beginners and experienced stitchers alike.
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Take sewing, knitting, needlepoint or crochet projects.
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Take sewing, knitting, needlepoint or crochet projects.
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First Known Use of needlepoint
1865
NEEDLEPOINT Defined for English Language Learners
needlepoint
playDefinition of needlepoint for English Language Learners
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: designs made by covering a piece of cloth with small stitches
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: the activity or art of making needlepoint
NEEDLEPOINT Defined for Kids
needlepoint
playDefinition of needlepoint for Students
: embroidery done on canvas usually in simple even stitches across counted threads
Learn More about needlepoint
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See words that rhyme with needlepoint Spanish Central: Translation of needlepoint Nglish: Translation of needlepoint for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about needlepoint
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