smocking

/smɑkɪŋ/
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Other forms: smockings

Definitions of smocking
  1. noun
    embroidery consisting of ornamental needlework on a garment that is made by gathering the cloth tightly in stitches
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    type of:
    embroidery, fancywork
    decorative needlework
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