needlewomen

noun

plural of needlewoman
as in seamstresses

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  1. seamstresses
  2. sewers
  3. stitchers
Noun
  • Delving into the archives, chief product officer Barbara Zappoli and the team of expert seamstresses sought to refresh signature lingerie constructions and techniques in the name of comfort, an obsession of brand founder Ada Masotti.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Three bustle styles are commonly created by seamstresses to achieve this effect.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of seamstresses
Noun
  • This sensory organ lets rats scurry through buildings, sewers, burrows, and countless other environments with ease, regardless of visibility.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 Oct. 2026
  • That includes construction, improvement, maintenance, repair and replacement of streets and sidewalks, as well as drainage, sewers and other related infrastructure.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of sewers
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  • And in the future, Mimi’s hopes to partner with neighboring small businesses, hold classes for more advanced stitchers and even throw Bachelor watch parties.
    — Julianna Chen, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
  • At the game in June, the Mets provided the group with event space where the knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, needle pointers, sewers and embroiderers could connect with each other.
    — Rebecca Tauber, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Definition of stitchers
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