crochet

[kroh-shey, kroh-shey, -shee]

noun

1. needlework done with a needle having a small hook at one end for drawing the thread or yarn through intertwined loops.

verb (used with or without object)

crocheted, crocheting 

1. to form by crochet.

crochet

/ -ʃɪ, ˈkrəʊʃeɪ /

verb

1. to make (a piece of needlework, a garment, etc) by looping and intertwining thread with a hooked needle ( crochet hook )

noun

1. work made by crocheting

2. architect another name for crocket

3. zoology a hooklike structure of insect larvae that aids locomotion

Other Word Forms

• crocheter noun
• well-crocheted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of crochet¹

1840–50; < French: knitting needle, literally, small hook, diminutive of croche, croc < Middle English or Scandinavian. See crook ¹, -et

Word History and Origins

Origin of crochet¹

C19: from French crochet, diminutive of croc hook, probably of Scandinavian origin

Example Sentences

An extended fingering scene, shot from the torso up while the two women discuss the difference between crochet and knitting, swaggers with fearlessness.

From Salon

Dow is also known for her crocheting skills and has crafted items such as a golden rose to commemorate Marlie Packer's 100th cap.

From BBC

“I like color and pattern and objects,” she said as she pointed out some Japanese ceramics on her buffet and a dress that she crocheted with scraps of fabric, yarn and metal.

From Los Angeles Times

The crocheted bags channel retro beachwear while maintaining a modern structure, ideal for seaside adventures and city strolls.

From Los Angeles Times

Red Roses full-back Emma Sing was not expecting a phone call from head coach John Mitchell while in a crochet class - a favourite activity in England's camp.

From BBC

Related Words

• braid 
• careen 
• compose 
• construct 
• create 
• entwine 
• fabricate 
• fold 
• fuse 
• incorporate 
• intertwine 
• introduce 
• knit 
• loop 
• mesh 
• sew 
• snake 
• spin 
• splice 
• twist