Definitions for smockings

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smockings smock·ing

Spelling: [smok-ing]

IPA: /ˈsmɒk ɪŋ/

Smockings is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 17 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 21 points.

You can make 288 anagrams from letters in smockings (cgikmnoss).

Definitions for smockings

noun

1. smocked needlework.
2. embroidery stitches used to hold gathered cloth in even folds.
3. a loose, lightweight overgarment worn to protect the clothing while working.

verb (used with object)

1. to clothe in a smock.
2. to draw (a fabric) by needlework into a honeycomb pattern with diamond-shaped recesses.

Origin of smockings

First recorded in 1885-90; smock + -ing¹

Examples for smockings

If the material is soft the smocking should be stroked or gauged.

It will not be necessary to gore the skirt, as the smocking will form a sort of yoke for the dress.

Stamped patterns can be had for smocking but they are not at all necessary.

The simplest form of smocking is the honeycomb or diamond (Figure 106).

Place the smocking card so that the edge of it is on a line with the top edge of the goods.

After you know the principle you can make the smocking as deep as you wish and then try and smock in points.

They were adorable rompers with smocking and the palest of pink collars and belts.