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Sewed: meaning, definitions and examples

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sewed

 

[ soʊd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Sewed is the past tense of sew, which means to join or attach fabric or materials together using a needle and thread. It is commonly used in the context of making or repairing clothing, textiles, or other fabric items.

Synonyms

fastened, joined, stitched

Examples of usage

  • She sewed a dress for the party.
  • He sewed up the tear in his shirt.
  • They sewed together pieces of fabric for a quilt.

Translations

Translations of the word "sewed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 costurado

🇮🇳 सिलाई किया हुआ

🇩🇪 genäht

🇮🇩 dijahit

🇺🇦 пошитий

🇵🇱 zszyty

🇯🇵 縫われた

🇫🇷 cousu

🇪🇸 cosido

🇹🇷 dikiş yapılmış

🇰🇷 봉제된

🇸🇦 مخيط

🇨🇿 sešitý

🇸🇰 zošitý

🇨🇳 缝制的

🇸🇮 šivan

🇮🇸 saumaður

🇰🇿 тігіледі

🇬🇪 დაგებული

🇦🇿 tikilmiş

🇲🇽 cosido

Etymology

The word 'sew' originates from the Old English term 'sygan', which means to 'sew' or 'to stitch'. This term can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word 'siugan', which is linked to the broader Indo-European root '*seygʰ', meaning 'to bind' or 'to attach'. Over the centuries, the term evolved through various forms and adaptations in different Germanic languages, eventually leading to the modern English 'sew'. The history of sewing itself dates back to prehistoric times when early humans used needles made from bone or wood and natural materials such as sinew to stitch together animal hides. The craft of sewing has played a crucial role in human culture, enabling the creation of clothing, home textiles, and various fabric-based items. Today, sewing remains a fundamental skill, embraced by casual crafters and professional tailors alike.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,148, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.