Restitch: meaning, definitions and examples
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restitch
[ rɛˈstɪtʃ ]
sewing term
To restitch means to sew again or to reattach a seam that has come undone. This term is often used in tailoring or garment repair when existing stitches need to be reinforced or replaced.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I need to restitch the hem of my dress.
- After washing, the seams began to fray, so I will restitch them.
- She decided to restitch the patch onto her jacket for a better hold.
Translations
Translations of the word "restitch" in other languages:
🇵🇹 recosturar
🇮🇳 फिर से सिलना
🇩🇪 wieder zusammennähen
🇮🇩 menjahit kembali
🇺🇦 перешити
🇵🇱 przeszyć na nowo
🇯🇵 再縫い合わせる
🇫🇷 recoudre
🇪🇸 coser de nuevo
🇹🇷 yeniden dikmek
🇰🇷 다시 꿰매다
🇸🇦 إعادة الخياطة
🇨🇿 znovu přišít
🇸🇰 opäť prišiť
🇨🇳 重新缝合
🇸🇮 ponovno zašiti
🇮🇸 sauma aftur
🇰🇿 қайта тігу
🇬🇪 ახალი შეკვრა
🇦🇿 yenidən tikiş
🇲🇽 coser de nuevo
Etymology
The word 'restitch' is a compound of the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and the verb 'stitch', which is derived from the Old English 'sticca', meaning 'to prick or pierce'. The verb form 'stitch' relates to sewing techniques that have been used since ancient times. From simple hand sewing to intricate machine stitching, the practice has evolved significantly. 'Restitch' thus captures the idea of revisiting and renewing the sewing process. As textile arts developed, the need to repair garments became prominent, leading to the frequent usage of this term in the clothing and fashion industries. The word is commonly used by tailors, seamstresses, and DIY enthusiasts alike.