sew

A2
Pronunciation
/səʊ/
/soʊ/
/sjuː/
Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To use a needle to pass thread repeatedly through (pieces of fabric) in order to join them together.

Example Sentences
  • Balls were first made of grass or leaves held together by strings, and later of pieces of animal skin sewn together and stuffed with feathers or hay.
2 Definition

To use a needle to pass thread repeatedly through pieces of fabric in order to join them together.

3 Definition

Followed by into: to enclose by sewing.

Example Sentences
  • to sew money into a bag
4 Definition

To drain the water from.

5 Definition

Of a ship, to be grounded.