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Meaning of chain stitch | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A stitch like the links of a chain, used in crocheting.
  2. An ornamental stitch like the links of a chain, used in sewing and embroidery.
  3. A stitch in which the looping of the thread or threads forms a chain on the underside of the work; the loop stitch, as distinguished from the lock stitch.

Equivalents

Dansk luftmaske
Suomi ketjuommel ketjupisto ketjusilmukka
Français maille en l’air
Nederlands kettingsteek losse

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

chain store chain story chain suck chain tie chain tower Chain Valley Bay

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