Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oversewn
verb
/ˌoʊ.vərˈsoʊn/
Definition
To sew over something or to make additional stitches over a seam or edge.
Examples
- The tailor oversewn the edges of the fabric to ensure it wouldn’t fray.
- She completed the quilt by oversewing the borders for a neat finish.
- After the first set of stitches, he decided to oversew to add extra durability.
Meaning
Oversewn refers to the action of sewing over an existing seam or area, typically to reinforce it or to give it a finished appearance.
Synonyms
- Reinforced
- Stitched
- Finished
