chain stitch

American  

noun

1. a kind of ornamental hand stitching in which each stitch forms a loop through the forward end of the next.

2. a basic crochet stitch in which yarn is pulled with the crochet hook through a loop on the hook to form a continuous strand of interlocking single loops.

3. a machine stitch forming a chain on the underside of the fabric.

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chain stitch British  

noun

1. an ornamental looped embroidery stitch resembling the links of a chain

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verb

1. to sew (something) with this stitch

Etymology

Origin of chain stitch

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

The first embroidery stitch María Méndez Rodríguez learned at the age of 7 was the chain stitch.

From The Verge • Feb. 12, 2022

Again descending, it brought up another loop, enchained it with the one last made, making a chain stitch, consisting of a series of loops on the upper side.

From Inventions in the Century by Doolittle, William Henry

Open chain stitch makes a good broad line; it looks best when worked with a stout thread.

From Embroidery and Tapestry Weaving by Christie, Grace

It would seem best to place the chain stitch named “tambour” in this class, as it naturally assimilates with the plaited and cross stitches.

From Needlework As Art by Alford, Marianne Margaret Compton Cust, Viscountess

Second row—work a long stitch into the one chain stitch in last row, make one chain stitch, work another long stitch into the same place, make two chain stitches, and repeat.

From The New Guide to Knitting & Crochet by Cooper, Marie Jane