stitched
word · lemma: stitch
Definition
Joined or repaired with stitches using a needle and thread, often referring to fabric or wounds.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as a past participle or adjective, as in 'a stitched wound' or 'beautifully stitched dress.' Used literally for sewing and figuratively in phrases like 'well-stitched plan' (well-crafted). Not to be confused with 'stitched up' (set up, framed).
Spanish: cosido - remendadoPortuguese (BR): costurado - remendadoPortuguese (PT): cosido - remendadoChinese (Simplified): 缝合 - 缝上Chinese (Traditional): 縫合 - 縫上Hindi: सिला हुआ - जोड़ा हुआArabic: مخيط - موصولBengali: সেলাই করা - সেলাই দিয়ে জোড়াRussian: сшитый - зашитыйJapanese: 縫われたVietnamese: được khâu lạiKorean: 꿰맨 - 바느질한Turkish: dikilmişUrdu: سلائی کیا ہواIndonesian: dijahit
Example Sentences
My grandmother stitched my torn shirt.
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The nurse stitched the wound carefully.
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These two pieces of fabric are stitched together.
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She proudly showed off her neatly stitched quilt at the fair.
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By the time I noticed the hole, Mom had already stitched it up.
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All of the costumes for the play were hand stitched by volunteers.
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