— needlepointer , n.
/need"l poynt'/ , n.
1. embroidery upon canvas, usually with uniform spacing of stitches in a pattern.
adj.
2. done or executed in needlepoint: a needlepoint cushion.
3. noting a lace (needlepoint lace) in which a needle works out the design upon parchment or paper.
v.t. , v.i.
4. to execute or create in needlepoint: to needlepoint an evening bag; to needlepoint as a hobby.
[ 1690-1700; NEEDLE + POINT ]