catstitch

/ˈkæts.tɪtʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of decorative sewing or embroidery that resembles the patterns found on a cat’s fur, often used in folk art or traditional crafts.

“The grandmother spent her afternoon working on a beautiful catstitch quilt for her granddaughter’s birthday.”

Synonyms

  • embroidery
  • needlework

Antonyms

  • machine-sew
  • mass-produced