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needlepoint

/ˈniː.dəl.pɔɪnt/

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noun

/ˈniː.dəl.pɔɪnt/C1formalart
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее вид вышивки или кружевного плетения, выполняемого иглой, обычно включающего стежки на канве или бумажном шаблоне.

A noun referring to a type of embroidery or lacework created with a needle, typically involving stitching on a canvas or paper pattern.

  1. Lace worked with a needleC1formalart

    A type of lace created using a needle and buttonhole stitch, typically worked on a paper pattern.

    ruИгольное кружево

    • She learned needlepoint lace from her grandmother.
    • The intricate needlepoint design took months to complete.
    • Needlepoint lace is often used for decorative collars and cuffs.

    Synonymspoint lace

  2. Canvas embroideryB2formalart

    Embroidery worked on a stiff canvas, often covering the entire surface with stitches to resemble tapestry.

    ruВышивка по канве

    • She created a beautiful needlepoint pillow for the living room.
    • Needlepoint kits are popular for making wall hangings and bags.
    • The museum displayed a collection of antique needlepoint tapestries.
Forms
  • needlepoints plural form
  • needlepoints' possessive plural form
  • needlepoint's possessive singular form