whipstitch

[ hwip-stich, wip- ]

verb (used with object)

1. to sew with stitches passing over an edge, in joining, finishing, or gathering.

noun

1. one such stitch.

whipstitch

/ ˈwɪpˌstɪtʃ /

noun

1. a sewing stitch passing over an edge
2. slang.
   an instant; moment

verb

1. tr to sew (an edge) using whipstitch; overcast

Word History and Origins

Origin of whipstitch¹

First recorded in 1585–95; whip + stitch

Idioms and Phrases

Idioms

1. every whipstitch, Southern U.S. at short intervals:

   She drops in to see us every whipstitch.

Example Sentences

The boys came home after a time and announced that every soul aboard the Whipstitch was safe and sound in the life saving station.

From Project Gutenberg

When the backs of sections are very badly worn he will agree to whipstitch, but will use the old method.

From Project Gutenberg