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crochet

/kɹoʊˈʃeɪ/

Meanings
  • The act of creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn or thread using a crochet hook.

    - "She enjoys crocheting blankets for her family."
    - "He uses a crochet hook to create intricate patterns in the fabric."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with crochet
corset , bosquet , bouquet
Variants
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crochet , crochets , crocheted , crocheter , crocheters , crocheting
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Etymology
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The word 'crochet' comes from the Old French word 'crochet', meaning 'hooked' or 'little hook'.


Trivia
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  1. Crochet was originally used as a form of fishing net.

  2. The world's largest crochet project is the 'Crochet Coral Reef' project, which aims to create a large-scale crochet replica of a coral reef to raise awareness about the importance of preserving coral reefs.

  3. The Guinness World Record for the largest crochet item is held by a 56-foot long crochet wall, which was created by a group of volunteers in the United States.


Related Concepts
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  1. knitting: Another textile art form that is similar to crochet. In knitting, yarn is looped around a pair of knitting needles and then pulled through other loops to create a fabric.


Culture
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Crochet has a rich cultural history. It has been used for various purposes, including clothing, household items, and even art. Crochet has also been used as a form of therapy, including for people with disabilities or mental health issues. In literature, crochet has been used as a symbol of creativity, passion, and even obsession. In art, crochet has been used to create intricate and beautiful sculptures, installations, and even paintings.

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