sew (s )v. sewed, sewn (s n) or sewed, sew·ing, sews v.tr. 1. To make, repair, or fasten by stitching, as with a needle and thread or a sewing machine: sew a dress; sew on a button. 2. To furnish with stitches for the purpose of closing, fastening, or attaching: sew an incision closed. v.intr. Phrasal Verb: To work with a needle and thread or with a sewing machine. sew up Informal 1. To complete successfully: Our team has sewn up the championship. 2. To gain complete control of; monopolize. 3. To make sure of: campaign strategists who were trying to sew up the election results. [Middle English sewen, from Old English seowian; see sy  - in Indo-European roots.]sew  a·ble adj. |
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