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sewing

American  
[soh-ing] / ˈsoʊ ɪŋ /

noun

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

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

sewing British  
/ ˈsəʊɪŋ /

noun

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

    2. ( as modifier )

      sewing basket
"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of sewing

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

Example Sentences

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Now those plans are on hold as her budget is eaten up buying petrol to power up generators to run her sewing machines after fuel prices jumped about 20 percent in Africa's most populous country.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

A growing number of overworked travelers are seeking rejuvenation in retreats and tours that focus on connection and creativity: blockprinting in Finland or India, sewing in England, embroidery in Italy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

And though she’s still sewing, her acting prospects look bright.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Amanda says she feels like "a new woman" now that she can cut material and use her sewing machine again.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

“Well, when we’re done, bring it by here. I can’t promise anything, but I was in charge of sewing and fixing all my brother’s clothes growing up.”

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell

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