crochet

1 of 2

noun

cro·​chet krō-ˈshā How to pronounce crochet (audio)
: needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle

crochet

2 of 2

verb

crocheted; crocheting; crochets

transitive verb

: to make of crochet
crocheted a doily

intransitive verb

: to work with crochet
crocheter noun

Examples of crochet in a Sentence

Noun She learned basic crochet stitches from her mother.
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Today’s great photo is from Times contributor Zay Monae in the home of Krysta Grasso, a designer who turned her pain into a colorful crochet brand (spotted on Kendrick Lamar). Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2024 Meanwhile, Bree shared snaps of herself sipping a drink on a boat while wearing a black bikini and crochet cover-up. Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2024 Some styles are best worn layered, like Diotima’s beaded tank, making the exposure far more palatable for your commute, while others, like Staud’s crochet dress or Calle Del Mar’s sequin skirt are primed for sandy getaways—swimsuits sold separately. Talia Abbas, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2024 Meanwhile, in the second recent snap, the duo matched in black dresses as Kendall flashed a big smile at the camera in a low-cut halter dress and Kardashian placed her hands on a wall and looked over her shoulder in a backless crochet dress. Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2024 And this crochet flower is the perfect addition to any shelf space. Taylor Gumm, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2024 Originally known for classic cotton knits, 525 evolved to offer cashmere, crochet, and a plethora of signature patterns and techniques. Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2024 The Craft Yarn Council reports that a third of women ages 25 to 35 now knit or crochet. Jane E. Brody, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024 And Wise did just that by adding intricate crochet accents to the rears of her suits. Miami Staff, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
Verb
Perhaps most exciting is research that suggests that crafts like knitting and crocheting may help to stave off a decline in brain function with age. Jane E. Brody, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024 Years later, Jones crocheted a red and white airplane for Cooper. Jake Allen, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Jan. 2024 Helmed by Venus Lo, the brand is built upon unisex design and upcycling with a focus on hand-knitting and crocheting. Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024 People often donate yarn, and about 20 regular volunteers crochet scarves for strangers year-round. Sydney Page, Washington Post, 2 Feb. 2024 Mounting evidence indicates that knitting and crocheting have therapeutic benefits. Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024 So many things can fall under the hobby umbrella, from birdwatching to crocheting to rebuilding old cars. Anna Borges, SELF, 31 Jan. 2024 Passenger celebrates baby's first flight by crocheting her a special hat Romey Levine came home with a souvenir from her first vacation that will always remind her and her parents of the kindness of strangers. Catherine Garcia, theweek, 18 Jan. 2024 In fact, she was transfixed during most of five-hour flight by the passenger next to her, who was crocheting a sweater. Sydney Page, Washington Post, 12 Jan. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Noun

French, hook, crochet, from Middle French, diminutive of croche hook, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse krōkr hook

First Known Use

Noun

1844, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1854, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of crochet was in 1844

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Cite this Entry

“Crochet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crochet. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

crochet

1 of 2 noun
cro·​chet krō-ˈshā How to pronounce crochet (audio)
: needlework done by forming and weaving loops in a thread with a hooked needle

crochet

2 of 2 verb
crocheted; crocheting
: to make of or work with crochet
crocheter noun
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