needlework

noun nee·dle·work \ ˈnē-dᵊl-ˌwərk \

Definition of needlework

1 :work done with a needle; especially :work (such as embroidery) other than plain sewing

2 :the occupation of one who does needlework

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needleworker

play \ˈnē-dᵊl-ˌwər-kər\ noun

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Examples of needlework in a Sentence

She showed us a sample of her needlework.
She still enjoys doing needlework.

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Visitors browse more than 1,300 booths and see all sorts of contests: pie-eating, scarecrow, quilt and needlework.

— katherine rodeghier, Detroit Free Press, "Take a trip to Wisconsin's cranberry marshes," 27 Aug. 2017
The sneaker’s embroidery mirrors Moroccan needlework and the shoe’s SK logo is in the shape of a U.K. electrical outlet, which pays tribute to Skepta’s childhood in London.

— rachel hahn, Vogue, "Skepta Is Giving This Classic ’90s Nike Sneaker a Makeover," 22 Aug. 2017
Now Zweiman is asking for more needlework, but with the goal of helping immigrants rather than women’s rights.

— steve johnson, chicagotribune.com, "P*hat founder asks knitters to make 'Welcome Blankets' for immigrants," 9 Aug. 2017
Forsthoffer still enjoys reading, playing cards and bingo, visiting casinos, and her needlework crafts.

— rich heileman, cleveland.com, "Amphitheater is final piece in Coe Lake redevelopment: Around The Town," 21 July 2017
Awards and bragging rights are also up for grabs in open competitions including baking, canning, art, needlework, floral, gardening and more.

— sheila vilvens, Cincinnati.com, "Clermont County Roundup: County Fair fun, a land battle, road and light improvements in Loveland," 20 July 2017
John Brown’s daughter, Sarah, received a dollar award for her exquisite needlework.

— Longreads, "Late in Life, Thoreau Became a Serious Darwinist," 13 July 2017
Meditation, needlework, going to the ballet and just connecting with a friend or someone in my church congregation.

— elizabeth olson, New York Times, "Finding Meaning in Health Crises," 25 May 2017
Needlework - Seniors are invited to bring their needles and thread at 10 a.m. this Friday to the Jenkins Place.

— joanne berger dumound/special to cleveland.com., cleveland.com, "Meals on Wheels returns to Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township: Olmsted Dates and Data," 15 May 2017

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First Known Use of needlework

14th century

needlework Synonyms

Synonyms

embroidery

Related Words

crewel, cross-stitch, needlepoint; fagoting (or faggoting), hemstitch, smocking; fancywork

NEEDLEWORK Defined for English Language Learners

needlework

noun

Definition of needlework for English Language Learners

: things that are made by hand with a needle and thread
: the activity or art of making needlework

NEEDLEWORK Defined for Kids

needlework

noun nee·dle·work \ ˈnē-dᵊl-ˌwərk \

Definition of needlework for Students

1 :things made by embroidery, knitting, or needlepoint

2 :the activity or art of making things by embroidery, knitting, or needlepoint

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