ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Tatting

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈtætɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Tatting is a noun meaning A form of looped and knotted lace needlework made from a single thread.

Meaning

A form of looped and knotted lace needlework made from a single thread.

More Meanings

  1. The art of making such lace.
  2. present participle and gerund of tat

Example Sentences

While crocheting is the most popular feature in art needle work, tatting has now entered the field with such vigor that crocheting does not monopolize the situation.
Best and largest collection of tatting work, not less than seven different articles, five dollars; best tatting collar, two dollars; […] best three tatting doylies, two dollars, Mrs. J. M. Junkin, Fairfield.

Word Forms

Synonyms for tatting

Depending on context, synonyms include tat.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include tatter, crochet, stitch, threadmaking, needlepoint, twine.

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