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French knot
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French knot
n.
A decorative embroidery stitch made by looping the thread two or more times around the needle, which is then inserted into the fabric.
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French knot
French knot
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(Clothing, Personal Arts & Crafts / Knitting & Sewing) an ornamental stitch made by looping the thread three or four times around the needle before putting it into the fabric
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Noun1.French knot - a stitch made by looping the thread several times around the needle before inserting it into the fabricFrench knot - a stitch made by looping the thread several times around the needle before inserting it into the fabric
embroidery stitch, sewing stitch - a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather
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Each wore a strapless black shantung silk gown by Siri with a fitted bodice of small French knots and A-line skirt with a crystal brooch given by the bride.
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