sewn
word · lemma: sew
Definition
Past participle of 'sew': joined or attached with a needle and thread, usually referring to fabric or clothing.
Usage & Nuances
'Sewn' is used as a past participle (have sewn, was sewn) or adjective ('a sewn patch'). It always relates to fabric, clothing, or something joined with thread. Often confused with 'sowed' (planting seeds) or 'sewn up' (finished/fixed).
Spanish: cosidoPortuguese (BR): costuradoPortuguese (PT): cosidoChinese (Simplified): 缝制的Chinese (Traditional): 縫製的Hindi: सिला हुआArabic: مخيطBengali: সেলা হয়েছেRussian: сшитJapanese: 縫われたVietnamese: được mayKorean: 꿰맨 - 바느질된Turkish: dikilmişUrdu: سلایا گیاIndonesian: dijahit
Example Sentences
All the costumes for the play were sewn by volunteers.
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The patch was sewn onto the shirt.
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These curtains are hand-sewn.
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The label is sewn inside the jacket.
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I love how the design is sewn right into the fabric.
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My mom had my name sewn onto my backpack for school.
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