1. A sewing stitch that is nearly invisible on the outside of fabric, used especially in hemming and closing seams.
Usage: Also called blind stitch or blind hem stitch.; Common in garment construction and tailoring.

1. To sew using a blindstitch; to close or hem a garment with stitches that are hidden from view.
Usage: Third-person singular present or plural form of 'blindstitch'.

Examples

• The tailor used blindstitches to hem the dress so the stitching would not be visible.
• She blindstitches all her garments by hand for a professional finish.
• Blindstitches are ideal for closing pillows and stuffed animals neatly.
• The seamstress blindstitches the opening with careful, precise movements.
• Many sewing machines have a blindstitch setting for automatic hemming.
• He learned to make blindstitches in his tailoring class.