1. a single loop of thread or yarn made with a needle in sewing or knitting
2. a method or pattern of sewing or knitting
3. a sharp sudden pain in the side of the body

1. to sew or join with stitches
2. to decorate with needlework

Examples

• She dropped a stitch while knitting the sweater.
• The doctor used twelve stitches to close the wound.
• I got a stitch in my side while running.
• Can you stitch this tear in my jacket?
• She learned a new stitch pattern for her scarf.
• The seamstress will stitch the hem by hand.
• He stitched his initials onto the pillowcase.