catstitch

English

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To fold and sew down the edge of with a coarse zigzag stitch.

Etymology

Compound from English cat (former derogatory term for a person) + English stitch (needlework).

Origin

English

stitch

Gloss

needlework

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