Resew: meaning, definitions and examples

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resew

[ ˌriːˈsoʊ ]

Verb

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sewing again

To resew means to sew something again, often to repair or reinforce a seam or stitch. This action is commonly done when a garment or fabric item has a seam that has come apart or needs adjustment. ReseWing can apply to various materials, from clothing to upholstery. It is an essential skill for those who like to maintain or customize their fabric items.

Synonyms

mend, repair, stitch again.

Examples of usage

I had to resew the hem of my dress.
After washing, the seam started to unravel, so I will resew it.
She decided to resew the buttons on her coat.

Translations

Translations of the word "resew" in other languages:

🇵🇹 resew

🇮🇳 फिर से सिलाई करना

🇩🇪 wieder nähen

🇮🇩 menjahit ulang

🇺🇦 перешити

🇵🇱 przeszyć

🇯🇵 再縫う

🇫🇷 recoudre

🇪🇸 coser de nuevo

🇹🇷 yeniden dikmek

🇰🇷 다시 바느질하다

🇸🇦 خياطة مرة أخرى

🇨🇿 znovu šít

🇸🇰 znovu zošiť

🇨🇳 重新缝合

🇸🇮 ponovno šivati

🇮🇸 sauma aftur

🇰🇿 қайта тігу

🇬🇪 მחדש ვაკერავ

🇦🇿 yenidən tikiş

🇲🇽 coser de nuevo

Etymology

The word 'resew' is a compound of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and 'sew', which comes from the Old English 'sewian', meaning 'to stitch or join'. The term began to be used in the English language in the 16th century as sewing became a common domestic task. The act of resewing has been integral to fabric crafts, emphasizing the importance of repairs and refinement in clothing and textiles. Over time, with the advancement of sewing techniques and tools, the act of resewing has become more specialized, incorporating various methods and materials for added durability.