staystitch

English

noun
Definitions
  • A kind of straight stitch through a single layer, mainly used to stabilize curves.

Etymology

Compound from English stay (rope, delay, postpone, hold off, a stay, stand) + English stitch (needlework).

Origin

English

stitch

Gloss

needlework

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