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Definition of 'Chain stitch'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) chain stitch
a decorative hand stitch that forms a line of single stitches looped like a chain.

2. chain stitch
a basic crochet stitch in which the yarn is formed into a strand of interlocking single loops.

Etymology: (1590–1600)

Definition of 'Chain stitch'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) chain stitch
the most basic of all crochet stitches made by pulling a loop of yarn through another loop

2. (noun) chain stitch
a looped stitch resembling the links of a chain; used in embroidery and in sewing

Definition of 'Chain stitch'

Webster Dictionary

1. Chain stitch
an ornamental stitch like the links of a chain; -- used in crocheting, sewing, and embroidery

2. Chain stitch
a stitch in which the looping of the thread or threads forms a chain on the under side of the work; the loop stitch, as distinguished from the lock stitch. See Stitch

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