chain stitch

/ˌtʃeɪn ˈstɪtʃ/

Other forms: chain stitches

Definitions of chain stitch

1. noun

   a looped stitch resembling the links of a chain; used in embroidery and in sewing
   types:

   lazy daisy stitch

   long chain stitches arranged in flower patterns

   type of:

   embroidery stitch, sewing stitch

   a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather
2. noun

   the most basic of all crochet stitches made by pulling a loop of yarn through another loop
   type of:

   crochet stitch

   any one of a number of stitches made by pulling a loop of yarn through another loop with a crochet needle