cross-stitch

Definitions of cross-stitch
  1. noun
    two stitches forming a cross or X
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    types:
    half cross stitch
    a single cross stitch at a diagonal
    type of:
    embroidery stitch, sewing stitch
    a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather
  2. noun
    embroidery done with pairs of stitches that cross each other
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    type of:
    embroidery, fancywork
    decorative needlework
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