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needlework Synonyms & Antonyms

/ˈniː.dəl.wɜːk/

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Needlework as a Noun

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.

Word Forms & Grammar

needlework (countable and uncountable, plural needleworks)

Words That Rhyme With Needlework

Origin of Needlework

From needle + -work.

Needlework in Brief

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈniː.dəl.wɜːk/
Syllables3
MeaningThe art or process of working with a needle especially in embroidery or needlepoint
Pluralneedleworks

How to Pronounce Needlework

The standard pronunciation of needlework is /ˈniː.dəl.wɜːk/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (niː).