How Do You Spell CROCHET?

Pronunciation: [kɹə͡ʊʃˈe͡ɪ] (IPA)

The word "crochet" is spelled as /kroʊˈʃeɪ/. The first sound, /k/, is followed by the vowel sound /oʊ/ and the consonant sound /ʃ/. The letter combination "ch" is pronounced as the sound /ʃ/ in this case. The word ends with the unvoiced sound /eɪ/. The spelling of "crochet" originates from the Old French word "croc," which means "hook." This word is used to describe a needlework technique that uses a special hook to interlock loops of yarn or thread.

CROCHET Meaning and Definition

1. Crochet is a versatile craft that involves creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn or thread with a hooked needle. It is a process that is typically done by hand, using a small hook with a characteristic curved end. Through a series of intricate maneuvers, the hook is inserted into one loop, catching the working thread and pulling it through another loop, creating a new loop. This method is repeated continuously, forming a chain of interconnected loops that build upon each other to shape the desired fabric.

   Crochet can be used to produce a wide range of items, including garments, accessories, home decor, and even toys. It allows for intricate designs and patterns, as well as the incorporation of different types of stitches and embellishments. The resulting fabric can be dense and textured or light and lacy, depending on the type of yarn or thread and the chosen stitch.

   Crochet has a long history that dates back many centuries, with origins believed to lie in ancient Egypt. Over time, it has evolved and spread throughout different cultures, becoming a beloved craft worldwide. Today, it continues to be a popular hobby and creative outlet for many individuals, as well as a means of craftsmanship and artistic expression.

2. • Applied to fancy-work performed with a hooked needle.

   • To do fancy-work with a hooked needle.

   • In fort., a cut into the glacis opposite a traverse, continuing the covered-way around the traverse.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for CROCHET *

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• crocet 13.0434782%
• corchet 8.6956521%
• crouchet 8.6956521%
• croche 8.6956521%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for CROCHET

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Etymology of CROCHET

The word "crochet" originated from the French word "croche" or "croc", which means "hook". It is rooted in the Old Norse word "krókr", also meaning "hook". The term "crochet" was first used to describe a type of needlework using a hooked needle around the 19th century, and it eventually became the common term for the craft.

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Conjugate verb Crochet

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