whipstitching
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whip·stitch
(wĭp′stĭch′, hwĭp′-)tr.v. whip·stitched, whip·stitch·ing, whip·stitch·es
To sew with overcast stitches, as in finishing a fabric edge or binding two pieces of fabric together.
n.
A stitch made in this manner.
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Noun | 1. | whipstitching - a sewing stitch passing over an edge diagonally overcasting, overcast - a long whipstitch or overhand stitch overlying an edge to prevent raveling embroidery stitch, sewing stitch - a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather |
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