Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
needle
noun
/ˈniːdəl/
Definition
A long, slender tool with a pointed end for sewing or stitching.
Examples
- She threaded the needle before starting to sew.
- The doctor used a needle to draw blood for testing.
- He pricked his finger with a needle while working on a craft project.
Meaning
A needle is commonly used to make stitches in fabric or to connect materials together, often in sewing or medical contexts.
Synonyms
- stitch
- lancet
- pricker
