needlepoint
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for needlepoint, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A form of embroidery in which thread is stitched through a stiff canvas mesh to create a design.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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point lace
needlepoint embroidery
Etymology
From needle + point.
Full origin of needlepoint →Frequently asked questions
What does “needlepoint” mean?
The word “needlepoint” means a form of embroidery in which thread is stitched through a stiff canvas mesh to create a design. In plain terms, a type of decorative stitching done on canvas, or the finished piece made this way.
How do you pronounce “needlepoint”?
“Needlepoint” is pronounced NEEDL-poynt (/ˈniːdl̩ˌpɔɪnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “needlepoint” in a sentence?
Here is “needlepoint” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother made a needlepoint cushion cover.”
What part of speech is “needlepoint”?
“Needlepoint” is a noun.