needlecraft

English

Etymology

From needle +‎ -craft.

Noun

needlecraft (countable and uncountable, plural needlecrafts)

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

Synonyms

• needlework

Derived terms

• needlecrafter

 

Translations

art or process

• French: travaux d’aiguille (fr) m pl

References

• The Random House Dictionary 1973(copyright)