crochet
noun
needlework done with a needle having a small hook at one end for drawing the thread or yarn through intertwined loops.
crocheting
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present participleof crochet.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Two weeks before the show, young seamstresses were crocheting floral motifs in mohair and Japanese metallic thread at a south London studio overlooking the Thames river and Big Ben.
From Barron's ● Feb. 18, 2026
Fiber arts like knitting, crocheting, and embroidery have never been completely apolitical.
From Slate ● Jan. 29, 2026
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 ● Aug. 18, 2025
Although she enjoys sewing and making clothes, she had not done a lot of knitting or crocheting.
From BBC ● Jan. 19, 2025
I mastered the art of crocheting and tatting, and there was a lifetime’s supply of dainty doilies that would never be used in sacheted dresser drawers.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
