noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A sewing technique, most often used on garment edges such as necklines and hems, where it helps facings to stay in place and gives a crisp edge. uncountable, usually
2. 2
   An individual stitch of this kind. countable, usually

Verb

1. 1
   To stitch in this fashion. transitive

Etymology

From top + stitch.

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