crewel

noun

Definition of crewelnext
as in needlepoint

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Recent Examples of crewel Find these prints in tapestry, crewel work and cut velvet for the biggest impact. — Erin Hayes Burt, Dallas News, 13 June 2023 The client fell in love with a crewel fabric for the great room. — Celia Barbour, House Beautiful, 13 Dec. 2016
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crewel
  1. needlepoint
  2. needlework
  3. cross-stitch
Noun
  • From ghostly needlepoint pillows to pumpkin patch candles, cozy throw blankets, outdoor decor, coffee mugs, serving bowls, and more, these Halloween picks are perfect for welcoming the new season in style.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Sea days excel at activities, from golf putting, and bridge games to needlepoint and trivia.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of needlepoint
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  • If someone spots the morality police approaching, English lessons are wiped from the whiteboard in seconds, and notebooks are replaced with needlework.
    — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The two styles are both hand-embroidered with a Japanese anemone floral on linen, recalling the needlework and textile traditions of the Georgian era.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of needlework
Noun
  • Bring lunch and a portable, non-messy handwork project — knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting, felting, and more — for an informal gathering of makers.
    — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
  • For something a little more on the luxurious side, look no further than this cross-stitch quilt.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of cross-stitch

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“Crewel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crewel. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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