overstitch

/ˈoʊvərstɪtʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to sew or join two edges of a seam together with additional stitching

“She had to overstitch the torn seam to prevent it from fraying further.”

2. noun

an additional seam or stitch that joins two edges of a seam together

“The overstitch was barely noticeable, but it added extra support to the fabric.”

3. noun

a type of seam or stitch that is used to reinforce a seam

“The tailor used an overstitch to reinforce the worn-out seam on the jacket.”

Synonyms

  • rebind
  • reinforce

Antonyms

  • disintegrate
  • unravel