needlework

• needle-work (archaic)

From needle + -work.

• (Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /ˈniː.dəl.wɜːk/

• Audio (Southern England):

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• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˈniː.dəl.wɚk/

needlework (countable and uncountable, plural needleworks)

1. The art or process of working with a needle especially in embroidery or needlepoint.
2. The product of such art or process.
3. The occupation or employment of a person skilled in embroidery, needlepoint, etc.

   Hyponyms: sewing, stitchery

• needlecraft
• stitchery

• The Random House Dictionary 1973 (copyright)