suturing 1 of 2

noun

Definition of suturingnext
as in sewing

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suturing

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verb

present participle of suture
as in stitching
to close up with a series of interlacing stitches the doctor cleaned, sutured, and bandaged the wound

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  1. sewing
  2. repair
  3. closing
  4. knitting
  5. filling
Noun
  • Supplier managers, however, stated that overtime was a direct consequence of order imbalance, especially for cutting, sewing and finishing operations at garment manufacturing factories (tier-1 operations).
    Hakan Karaosman, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2024
  • Although not a patchwork of colors, like the regular Del Dia pack, the exact configuration and coloration of the pack purchased is a surprise, since they’re each made from scraps and designed by the factory worker doing the sewing.
    Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 9 Oct. 2024
Definition of sewing
Noun
  • The Virginia resident perused the stores in Downtown Annapolis Friday while waiting for car repairs.
    Amanda Yeager, Baltimore Sun, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Remedy for Recalled Vehicles The automaker has assured owners that the necessary repairs will be carried out at no cost.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of repair
Noun
  • CrowdStrike delivered a very good quarter after Tuesday’s closing bell, with management raising its full-year outlook on sales, operating income, and earnings.
    Matthew J. Belvedere, CNBC, 27 Nov. 2024
  • But there are plenty of free agents with closing experience available.
    Matt Weyrich, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of closing
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  • This time the breakthrough came from using a new pattern-cutting method, coming up with an unorthodox way to use the flat knitting machine while incorporating hand-weaving techniques.
    Denni Hu, WWD, 9 Oct. 2024
  • In recent years, he’s added knitting aficionado to that list, with an Instagram page showcasing his creations boasting 1.2 million followers.
    George Ramsay, CNN, 29 July 2024
Definition of knitting
Noun
  • Refrigerate while preparing the filling. Cut the pumpkin in half lengthwise and discard the seeds.
    Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 20 Nov. 2024
  • For the filling: Melt remaining margarine in a saucepan, add 4 tablespoons flour and cook, stirring for 2 to 3 minutes.
    Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of filling
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