needlework
pronunciation
How to pronounce needlework in British English:
UK [ˈni:dlwɜ:k]
How to pronounce needlework in American English:
US [ˈnidlwɜrk]
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- Noun:
- a creation created or assembled by needle and thread
- work (such as sewing or embroidery) that is done with a needle
Word Origin
- needlework (n.)
- "sewing, embroidery, etc.," late 14c., from needle (n.) + work (n.).
Example
- 1. 111 Years old , the old man doing needlework .
- 2. That 's some savage needlework .
- 3. The basket in which she kept her needlework .
- 4. They were all proficient in needlework .
- 5. She is old . Her hands are now too enfeebled to even needlework or cooking . When she walks , she has to over along with a groping hand on the wall for support .