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- [need-l-wurk]
- /ˈnid lˌwɜrk/
- /ˈniː.dl̩.wɜːk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [need-l-wurk]
- /ˈnid lˌwɜrk/
Definitions of needlework word
- noun needlework the art, process, or product of working with a needle, especially in embroidery, needlepoint, tapestry, quilting, and appliqué. 1
- noun needlework the occupation or employment of a person skilled in embroidery, needlepoint, etc. 1
- noun needlework The art or practice of sewing or embroidery. 1
- noun needlework sewing 1
- uncountable noun needlework Needlework is sewing or stitching that is done by hand. 0
- uncountable noun needlework Needlework is the activity of sewing or stitching. 0
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Origin of needlework
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
First recorded in 1350-1400, needlework is from the Middle English word nedle werk. See needle, work
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Parts of speech for Needlework
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needlework popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
needlework usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for needlework
noun needlework
- needlepoint — embroidery upon canvas, usually with uniform spacing of stitches in a pattern.
- crocheting — Present participle of crochet.
- darning — a mending with interlaced stitches
- embroidery — The art or pastime of embroidering cloth.
- knitting — fabric produced by knitting.
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