: needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle
crocheted; crocheting; crochets
: to make of crochet
crocheted a doily
: to work with crochet
Examples of crochet in a Sentence
Noun
She learned basic crochet stitches from her mother.
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Paula Aceves, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
Featuring knit and crochet items, baby quilts, floral arrangements, jewelry and wooden crafts.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 2 Apr. 2025
In a clip shared on Monday, March 24, Momoa, 45, wore a pink and purple crocheted sweater, while Black, 55, rocked one in shades of blue, green and purple.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Harvey Fierstein’s iconic crochet bunny slippers from Torch Song Trilogy seemed nearly impossible to procure.
—Paula Aceves, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
Featuring knit and crochet items, baby quilts, floral arrangements, jewelry and wooden crafts.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2025
Verb
Within the store, the boutique owner has worked to create a cozy, relaxing atmosphere that includes a large table where crafters can socialize, knit and crochet together.
—Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 2 Apr. 2025
In a clip shared on Monday, March 24, Momoa, 45, wore a pink and purple crocheted sweater, while Black, 55, rocked one in shades of blue, green and purple.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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“Crochet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crochet. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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