: needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle
crocheted; crocheting; crochets
: to make of crochet
crocheted a doily
: to work with crochet
Examples of crochet in a Sentence
Noun
She learned basic crochet stitches from her mother.
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 29 May 2025
Featuring knit and crochet items, baby quilts, floral arrangements, jewelry and wooden crafts.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2025
Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 May 2025
Keep in mind that, depending on the craft (like knitting, crocheting, etc.), sitting at a table isn't necessary—set up other comfortable spots to lounge if needed.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025
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Noun
Kendall Jenner at Coachella 2016 Proof that crochet can be worn in a multitude of ways comes courtesy of this Kendall Jenner outfit from Coachella in 2016.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 29 May 2025
Featuring knit and crochet items, baby quilts, floral arrangements, jewelry and wooden crafts.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2025
Verb
What’s the best crochet hook set for beginners to crocheting?
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 May 2025
Keep in mind that, depending on the craft (like knitting, crocheting, etc.), sitting at a table isn't necessary—set up other comfortable spots to lounge if needed.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for crochet
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“Crochet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crochet. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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