needlework

[ need-l-wurk ]

noun

1. the art, process, or product of working with a needle, especially in embroidery, needlepoint, tapestry, quilting, and appliqué.
2. the occupation or employment of a person skilled in embroidery, needlepoint, etc.

needlework

/ ˈniːdəlˌwɜːk /

noun

1. work done with a needle, esp sewing and embroidery
2. the result of such work

Word History and Origins

Origin of needlework¹

First recorded in 1350–1400, needlework is from Middle English nedle werk. See needle, work

Example Sentences

Instead, she started and ran her own retail needlework business, and also managed a counted cross-stitch company.

From The Daily Beast

"You used to carry your tobacco in a rubber pouch," said Edna, picking up the pouch and examining the needlework.

From Project Gutenberg

Her taste and skill in any little matter of needlework are quite extraordinary.

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She had been taught the mandoline by the nuns, who had also taught her needlework.

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Thereupon he rode off, arrived at his mother's house, and found her seated at her frame for needlework.

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The English Cope of Cyon is another notable example of needlework from this time.

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