Definitions for backstitch
ˈbækˌstɪtʃback·stitch

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:1.0 / 1 vote

1. backstitchverb

   an overlapping stitch made by starting the next stitch at the middle of the preceding one

2. backstitchverb

   do backstitches

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. backstitchnoun

   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.

2. backstitchverb

   To sew with a backstitch.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Backstitch

   Backstitch or back stitch and its variants stem stitch, outline stitch and split stitch are a class of embroidery and sewing stitches in which individual stitches are made backward to the general direction of sewing. In embroidery, these stitches form lines and are most often used to outline shapes and to add fine detail to an embroidered picture. It is also used to embroider lettering. In hand sewing, it is a utility stitch which strongly and permanently attaches two pieces of fabric. The small stitches done back-and-forth makes the back stitch the strongest stitch among the basic stitches. Hence it can be used to sew strong seams by hand, without a sewing machine.

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1. backstitch

   Backstitch is a sewing technique where the needle is made to move backwards and forwards alternately, creating a line of stitches that overlaps. It is commonly used for detailing, outlining, and strengthening the seams in both hand and machine sewing. This stitch is one of the strongest, most adaptable, and permanent hand stitches.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Backstitchnoun

   a stitch made by setting the needle back of the end of the last stitch, and bringing it out in front of the end

2. Backstitchverb

   to sew with backstitches; as, to backstitch a seam

WikidataRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Backstitch

   Backstitch or back stitch and its variants stem stitch, outline stitch and split stitch are a class of embroidery and sewing stitches in which individual stitches are made backward to the general direction of sewing. These stitches form lines and are most often used to outline shapes or to add fine detail to an embroidered picture.

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1. • Stitch

Usage in printed sourcesFrom: 

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How to pronounce backstitch?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

   US English

   Tessa

   South African

How to say backstitch in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of backstitch in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of backstitch in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=backstitch
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Backstitch
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Backstitch
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backstitch
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=backstitch
7. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=backstitch