sewing

[soh-ing]

noun

1. the act or work of one who sews. sew.

2. something sewn sewn sew or to be sewn. sewn. sew.

sewing

/ ˈsəʊɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. a piece of cloth, etc, that is sewn or to be sewn

   2. ( as modifier )

      sewing basket

Word History and Origins

Origin of sewing¹

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; sew ¹, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The industrious thrum of the heavy-duty sewing machines, along with the workers' chatter, normally fills the plant with a reassuring rhythm.

From BBC

Caz began sewing when she was 11 years old and made her own wedding dress 28 years ago but stopped for a period before her passion reignited during the Covid lockdown.

From BBC

In a corner of a cavernous 1890s factory in southern Massachusetts, 15 people are bent over sewing machines, churning out specialty, hospital-grade neonatal gear.

From BBC

There are dozens of her favored shirt form, each made from the same sewing pattern in colors ranging anywhere from beige to a deep magenta.

From Los Angeles Times

Only a fraction of some 200 industrial sewing machines on the floor are in operation, as workers make the last of the season's children's garment orders for some of the biggest US retailers.

From BBC

Related Words

• tailoring