needlecraft

[ need-l-kraft, -krahft ]
/ ˈnid lˌkræft, -ˌkrɑft /
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noun

needlework.

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Origin of needlecraft

First recorded in 1350–1400, needlecraft is from the Middle English word nedle craft. See needle, craft

Words nearby needlecraft

needle time, needle trades, needle valve, needle-holder, needlecord, needlecraft, needlefish, needleful, needlepoint, needles, needless
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Words related to needlecraft

tailoring, mending, needlework, stitchery, seaming, dressmaking

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British Dictionary definitions for needlecraft

needlecraft
/ (ˈniːdəlˌkrɑːft) /

noun

the art or practice of needlework
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