single crochet
noun
Simple meaning
The most common stitch in crochet, used to create two-dimensional surfaces.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
singguhlkrohshaySay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈsɪŋɡəlkɹoʊˈʃeɪ
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
us
The most common stitch in crochet, used to create two-dimensional surfaces; achieved by pulling the thread through the next loop, then pulling the thread through both of the loops on the hook
US
The basic crochet stitch
uk
A slipstitch
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This meaning: The most common stitch in crochet, used to create two-dimensional surfaces; achieved by pulling the thread through the next loop, then pulling the thread through both of the loops on the hook
Used this way, single crochet is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It quietly approves while staying precise.
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- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Successful and accomplished
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
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