I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ transitive verb
Etymology: hem (II) + stitch
: to embroider (fabric) by drawing out parallel threads and stitching the exposed threads in groups to form various designs
II. noun
1. or hemstitching ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ : decorative needlework similar to drawnwork that is often used on or near stitching lines of hems
2. : a stitch used in hemstitching
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