needlework

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a creation created or assembled by needle and thread
  2. noun work (such as sewing or embroidery) that is done with a needle

Etymology

From needle + -work.

In classic literature

Synonyms

needlecraft

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