needlework
noun
nee·dle·work
ˈnē-dᵊl-ˌwərk 
1
: work done with a needle
especially
: work (such as embroidery) other than plain sewing
2
: the occupation of one who does needlework
Examples of needlework in a Sentence
She showed us a sample of her needlework.
She still enjoys doing needlework.
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Hedy Phillips, People.com, 17 June 2025
For decades the jewelry house Tane México 1942 has translated its Mexican heritage and identity into silver, drawing inspiration from items as diverse as kernels of corn, Oaxacan needlework and even Frida Kahlo’s signature braids.
—Janelle Conaway, New York Times, 20 May 2025
The collection is an homage to the rich history of needlework, quilting and handmade artistry, aiming to connect modern makers with timeless designs from the past.
—Courtney Lane, Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2025
First, both Hawthorne's main character Hester Prynne and factory worker Sarah Cornell were known for their needlework and charity.
—Melissa Gray, NPR, 26 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for needlework
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“Needlework.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/needlework. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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needlework
noun
nee·dle·work
ˈnēd-ᵊl-ˌwərk
: work done with a needle
especially
: work (as embroidery) other than plain sewing
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