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.

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sewing British  

/ ˈsəʊɪŋ /

noun

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

   2. ( as modifier )

      sewing basket

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Etymology

Origin of sewing

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

Example Sentences

We love being retired in our aged Victorian house and our caves—my sewing room and Steve’s workshop.

From The Wall Street Journal

Luckily, this morning Mila was helping Auntie with some sewing, and they were both so engrossed I was able to get out of the house without too many questions.

From Literature

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

I nodded and stayed close behind him as he shouldered his way through the crowd, our progress slowed by the rows of sewing equipment that had been shoved to the floor.

From Literature

Gran was sewing near the fire and didn’t stop her work when I entered, but greeted me with a smile and a rhyme.

From Literature

Related Words

• tailoring