sew

verb

\ ˈsō

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sewed; sewn\ ˈsōn

How to pronounce sew (audio)

\ or sewed; sewing

Definition of sew

transitive verb

1 : to unite or fasten by stitches

2 : to close or enclose by sewing sew the money in a bag

intransitive verb

: to practice or engage in sewing

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Examples of sew in a Sentence

She sews her own dresses by hand. He sewed a patch onto his sleeve. I sewed the button back on the shirt. The surgeon sewed the wound shut. She designs her own dresses and sews in her free time.

Recent Examples on the Web During the April 7 public hearing on HJR 48 before the committee, the measure drew criticism as being redundant, unnecessary and purposely designed to sew confusion and stoke anti-immigrant fears. — John Haughey, Washington Examiner, "Proposed Missouri voting law revisions advance in both chambers," 16 Apr. 2021 The church also helped to organize one of the largest volunteer efforts in Utah since the 2002 Winter Olympics, mobilizing a force of 57,000-plus volunteers to sew more than 6 million medical-grade masks. — The Salt Lake Tribune, "Latter-day Saint Charities upped its game for COVID-19, adding more than 1,000 projects in 151 countries," 26 Mar. 2021 Cole and Kocinski share responsibilities: Both come up with the image concepts, work with the tufting gun and hand-sew the backing, while Cole designs all the artwork through Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop. — Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, "Lil Yachty’s face? The Circus Liquor store sign? Yes, there’s a rug for that," 11 Mar. 2021 Fold them over, iron, and sew to create a pocket that will fit the dowels snugly (leaving an inch or two of fabric at the edge). — Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, "Yes, You Can Make Your Own Roman Shades—Here's How," 15 Jan. 2021 In arts camps, kids can learn to sew or practice their acting skills. — chicagotribune.com, "Naperville News Digest: Naper Settlement open for the summer; volunteer workdays at Naperville forest preserves; students can submit library book reports for volunteer credit," 9 Apr. 2021 McClintock learned to sew from her maternal grandmother but had no formal training in fashion design. — Emily Langer Washington Post, Star Tribune, "Jessica McClintock, designer who outfitted prom-goers and brides, dies at 90," 1 Apr. 2021 While Yellowtail learned to sew from her female relatives, Little Coyote picked up her entrepreneurial spirit from her parents, who owned a gift shop. — Laura Zornosa, Los Angeles Times, "How Bethany Yellowtail elevates Native artists — and women — through fashion," 4 Mar. 2021 Founder Cortnie learned to sew from her grandmother, taking three hours to make her very first clutch. — Marina Liao, Marie Claire, "14 Black-Owned Handbag Brands to Know and Shop in 2021," 29 Dec. 2020

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“Sew.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sew. Accessed 10 May. 2021.

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sew

verb

English Language Learners Definition of sew

: to make or repair something (such as a piece of clothing) by using a needle and thread

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sew

verb

\ ˈsō

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sewed; sewn\ ˈsōn \ or sewed; sewing

Kids Definition of sew

1 : to join or fasten by stitches

2 : to work with needle and thread

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