English Explanatory Dictionary

backstitch

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A type of sewing stitch where the stitch goes backwards on the top side of the fabric and doubles forward on the bottom, coming out farther in front, then repeats. The backstitch is a very tight and secure stitch, and also looks very neat.

verb

To sew with a backstitch.

Pronunciation

/ˈbækˌstɪt͡ʃ/

Word forms

backstitch backstitches backstitching backstitched

Etymology

From back + stitch.

Related words

stem stitch

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