needler

/ˈniːdələr/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who or something that needles, especially one who makes a living by selling or repairing needles.

“The needler at the market sold sewing needles to the local crafters.”

2. verb

To provide or equip with a needle, especially for medical use.

“The doctor needled the patient with a new insulin needle.”

Synonyms

  • seamster
  • stitcher

Antonyms

  • unsewer
  • unstitcher