Shirr: meaning, definitions and examples

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shirr

 

[ สƒษชr ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

textiles sewing

To shirr means to gather or draw up fabric by sewing a line of stitches, typically to create a ruched effect or to make a fitted garment. This technique is often used in dressmaking and tailoring to add texture or volume to a piece. The gathering can be created by pulling the threads of the stitched line, which results in the fabric bunching together. Shirring can also be used in various designs to add a decorative element or to allow for elasticity in waistbands or sleeves.

Synonyms

bunch, gather, ruffle.

Examples of usage

  • She chose to shirr the neckline of the dress.
  • The curtains were shirred at the top for a lovely draped look.
  • He learned to shirr the fabric to give his shirt a more fitted appearance.

Translations

Translations of the word "shirr" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น franjas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฒเคพเคœเคผเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Falten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lipatan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดั€ะฐะฟั–ั€ัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ faล‚dy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใฒใ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plis

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pliegues

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท burgu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฃผ๋ฆ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฌุงุนูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nรกsledky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกhyby

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่คถ็šฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gube

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fellingar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะธะฝะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒฃแƒœแƒ—แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ aลŸฤฑnma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pliegues

Etymology

The word 'shirr' originates from the early 20th century, derived from the French term 'shirrer', which means to gather or cinch fabric. This sewing technique became popular with the rise of fashion design that allowed for more fitted and structured garments. The concept of shirring ties back to historical methods of tailoring where fabric manipulation played a crucial role in achieving desired silhouettes. As fashion evolved, so did the use of shirring, which is now commonly used to create not just functional, but also decorative elements in clothing. Its versatility has made it a staple in both haute couture and ready-to-wear collections.