needlework
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views updated May 21 2018nee·dle·work / ˈnēdlˌwərk/ •
n. the art or practice of sewing or embroidery: Mrs. Zurndorfer specializes in needlework. ∎ sewn or embroidered items collectively: exhibits include European and Eastern needlework.DERIVATIVES: nee·dle·work·er n.
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