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I ride horseback - arthritic knees permitting - or listen to opera. Sometimes I cook. I used to do needlework, but it's hard on my hands now, so I only do it occasionally, but I like it. And, of course, I read.
Chelsea Quinn Yarbro

Meaning of "needlework" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF NEEDLEWORK

needlework  [ˈniːdəlˌwɜːk] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF NEEDLEWORK

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pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Needlework is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES NEEDLEWORK MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Needlework

Needlework is a broad term for the handicrafts of decorative sewing and textile arts. Anything that uses a needle for construction can be called needlework. The definition may expand to include related textile crafts such as a crochet hook or tatting shuttles. Similar abilities often transfer well between different varieties of needlework, such as fine motor skill and a knowledge of textile fibers. Some of the same tools may be used in several different varieties of needlework. For instance, a needle threader is useful in nearly all needlecrafts.

Definition of needlework in the English dictionary

The definition of needlework in the dictionary is work done with a needle, esp sewing and embroidery. Other definition of needlework is the result of such work.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH NEEDLEWORK


artwork
ˈɑːtˌwɜːk
boullework
ˈbuːlˌwɜːk
buhlwork
ˈbuːlˌwɜːk
crewelwork
ˈkruːəlˌwɜːk
enamelwork
ɪˈnæm əlˌwɜːk
framework
ˈfreɪmˌwɜːk
grillwork
ˈɡrɪlˌwɜːk
metalwork
ˈmɛtəlˌwɜːk
millwork
ˈmɪlˌwɜːk
pilework
ˈpaɪlˌwɜːk
quillwork
ˈkwɪlˌwɜːk
rubblework
ˈrʌbəlˌwɜːk
scalework
ˈskeɪlˌwɜːk
scrollwork
ˈskrəʊlˌwɜːk
shellwork
ˈʃɛlˌwɜːk
steelwork
ˈstiːlˌwɜːk
trestlework
ˈtrɛsəlˌwɜːk
wattlework
ˈwɒtəlˌwɜːk
wheelwork
ˈwiːlˌwɜːk
woolwork
ˈwʊlˌwɜːk

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE NEEDLEWORK

needle fly
needle match
needle time
needle valve
needle-sharp
needlecord
needlecraft
needlefish
needleful
needlelike
needlepoint
needler
needless
needlessly
needlessness
needlestick
needlestick injury
needlewoman
needlewomen
needleworker

WORDS THAT END LIKE NEEDLEWORK

bridgework
casework
coursework
falsework
firework
fluework
housework
lacework
latticework
lifework
network
piecework
pipework
prework
rework
ropework
spadework
stonework
telework
timework
wirework

Synonyms and antonyms of needlework in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «NEEDLEWORK»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «needlework» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of needlework

Translation of «needlework» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF NEEDLEWORK

Find out the translation of needlework to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of needlework from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «needlework» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

针线活
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

costura
570 millions of speakers

English

needlework
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

सीवन
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الإبرة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

рукоделие
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

bordado
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

সূচিকর্ম
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

travaux d´aiguille
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Kerja jahitan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Handarbeit
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

刺し子
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

바느질
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Jarene
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

công việc may vá
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஊசி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

सुईकाम
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

dikiş
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

ricamo
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

robótki
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

рукоділля
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Lucru de mână
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κεντήματα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

naaldwerk
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

handarbete
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

håndarbeid
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of needlework

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «NEEDLEWORK»

The term «needlework» is quite widely used and occupies the 35.926 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «NEEDLEWORK» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «needlework» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «needlework» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about needlework

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2 QUOTES WITH «NEEDLEWORK»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word needlework.
1
Betsy Byars
My own hobbies are rather quiet. I like to read and do needlework, and I love animals.
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Chelsea Quinn Yarbro
I ride horseback - arthritic knees permitting - or listen to opera. Sometimes I cook. I used to do needlework, but it's hard on my hands now, so I only do it occasionally, but I like it. And, of course, I read.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «NEEDLEWORK»

Discover the use of needlework in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to needlework and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Victorian Needlework
Covering the period from 1837–1901, the book looks specifically at the crafts themselves examining quilting, embroidery, crochet, knitting, and more.
Kathryn Ledbetter, 2012
2
Needlework for Schools
Needlework for Schools provides the guidance needed to sew successfully, whatever the level of skill.
Melita M Neal, Melita M Neal Claudia A. Brown-Wilson Lileth Edwards, 2005
3
Making mathematics with needlework: ten papers and ten projects
The focus of this book, written for mathematicians, needleworkers, and teachers of mathematics, is on the relationship between mathematics and the fiber arts (including knitting, crocheting, tatting, and quilting).
Sarah-Marie Belcastro, Carolyn Yackel, 2008
4
Old-time Tools and Toys of Needlework
Identifies and describes the function and development of nearly all the paraphernalia, accoutrements, appliances, accessories associated with all yarn and thread handicrafts.
Gertrude Whiting, 1928
5
Needlework
This early manual is a fascinating read for any needlework enthusiast or historian. Extensively illustrated with drawings and diagrams it forms a complete how-to guide to needlework.
Rosemary Brinley, 2010
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Woman's Day Book of American Needlework
Combines history with step-by-step instruction for every type of traditional American needlework.
Rose W. Lane, 1963
7
Victorian Needlework: Techniques and Designs
This guide to the intricacies of Victorian needlecraft features step-by-step instructions for mastering an array of techniques and patterns.
Flora Klickmann, 2002
8
Adventures in Needlework: Stitching With Passion
This is a book of bright and funky designs that shows how stitching has become seriously stylish.
Jessica Aldred, Emily Peacock, 2011
9
The Complete Photo Guide to Needlework
The Complete Photo Guide to Needlework is a comprehensive how-to book about all of the most popular hand needle arts: embroidery, crossstitch, needlepoint, crewel, silk ribbon embroidery, and bead embroidery.
Linda Wyszynski, 2012
10
The Complete Encyclopedia of Needlework
More than 250 alphabetical entries provide step-by-step instructions for all types of needlework, from plain sewing to linen embroidery and macrame.
Thérèse de Dillmont, 2002

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «NEEDLEWORK»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term needlework is used in the context of the following news items.
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Weaving is believing
If you're still inclined to see knitting and needlework through that stereotypical prism – all Women's Institutes and tea cosies – you'd better wake ... «Royal Society of Chemistry, Jul 15»
2
Northern Maine Fair opens Friday
One whole side will be filled with needlework, crafts, crocheting. Aroostook County Extension Homemakers are helping oversee all the crafts for ... «Bangor Daily News, Jul 15»
3
Lewis Hamilton announces new tattoo with inspirational words that …
... all that aside – it's still a very cool bit of body art, and kudos to Lewis for putting up with what must have been a staggering bit of needlework. «Yahoo Eurosport UK, Jul 15»
4
Charlemont's 250th parade, Yankee Doodle Days this weekend
Displays will include a “Not-Just-Quilts” all-needlework exhibition, and town history displays, a Hawlemont School exhibit, and entries from last ... «The Recorder, Jul 15»
5
What's Going On
A needlework exhibit featuring a collection of hand-wrought needle art from members of the Embroidery Guild of America Southtown Needle ... «Bee news.com, Jul 15»
6
Mid-Hudson Calendar of Events: July 23 and 24, 2015
Kingston Library Ravelers Needlework Group: 1 to 3 p.m. The Story Hour Room, 55 Franklin St., Kingston. Adult knitters, crocheters and other ... «The Daily Freeman, Jul 15»
7
Wind Chimes and Mobiles
and each one is crocheted with crochet cotton. Another project for the needlework goals list; My, that list just keeps growing! There are a couple ... «Sturgis Journal, Jul 15»
8
Sandpaper > calendar
Canoe Club for Seniors 50 and up Needlework Crafts 2-4 p.m. every Wednesday at the Hammonton Lake Park. Free. All skill levels are ... «Shore News Today, Jul 15»
9
AROUND YOUR TOWN for Thursday, July 23, 2015
Class includes some thread techniques (bobbin work, various thread types, double needlework, decorative stitch techniques, etc.,) as well as ... «Sierra Vista Herald, Jul 15»
10
Community Calendar
Needlework Group: Meets on every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Alamogordo Public Library conference room, from 1-3 p.m. ... «Alamogordo Daily News, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
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