petit point

/ˌpɛdi ˈpɔɪnt/
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Definitions of petit point
  1. noun
    a small diagonal needlepoint stitch
    synonyms: tent stitch
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    type of:
    embroidery stitch, sewing stitch
    a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather
  2. noun
    needlepoint done with small stitches
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    type of:
    needlepoint, needlepoint embroidery
    embroidery consisting of allover embroidered canvas resembling tapestry
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