Stitch

English Meaning

A single pass of a needle in sewing; the loop or turn of the thread thus made.

1. A single complete movement of a threaded needle in sewing or surgical suturing.
2. A single loop of yarn around an implement such as a knitting needle.
3. The link, loop, or knot made in this way.
4. A mode of arranging the threads in sewing, knitting, or crocheting: a purl stitch.
5. A sudden sharp pain, especially in the side. See Synonyms at pain.
6. Informal An article of clothing: wore not a stitch.
7. Informal The least part; a bit: didn't do a stitch of work.
8. A ridge between two furrows.
9. To fasten or join with or as if with stitches.
10. To mend or repair with stitches: stitched up the tear.
11. To decorate or ornament with or as if with stitches: "The sky was stitched with stars” ( Mario Puzo).
12. To fasten together with staples or thread.
13. To make stitches; sew.
14. in stitches Informal Laughing uncontrollably.