satin stitch

American  

noun

1. a long, straight embroidery stitch worked closely parallel in rows to form a pattern that resembles satin.

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satin stitch British  

noun

1. an embroidery stitch consisting of rows of flat stitches placed close together

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Etymology

Origin of satin stitch

First recorded in 1675–85

Example Sentences

A darning and a satin stitch may be worked so that the embroidery has almost the same effect on both sides of the material.

From Project Gutenberg

In the Italian palaces this was the moment of the finest secular embroideries in satin stitches, gold and silver, and “inlaid” and “onlaid” appliqués.

From Project Gutenberg

The calyxes are worked in satin stitch with moss green silk, and the lilies-of-the-valley with white silk.

From Project Gutenberg

Some stitches, of course, are adapted to various uses, as crewel, chain, and satin stitches—naturally the most in use.

From Project Gutenberg

A little lower, examples of drawn threadwork are seen, while the upper portion illustrates satin stitch patterns, which more properly belong to embroidery.

From Project Gutenberg