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backstitch noun

  /ˈbækˌstɪt͡ʃ/
  • (sewing) A type of sewing stitch where the stitch goes backwards on the top side of the fabric and doubles forward on the bottom, coming out farther in front, then repeats. The backstitch is a very tight and secure stitch, and also looks very neat.
 cúlghreim, fuáil chúil, fuáil thar droim, greim cúil
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