Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dedal
noun
/ˈded.əl/
Definition
A small thimble-shaped object used to protect one’s finger while sewing or stitching.
Examples
- She used a dedal to avoid hurting her finger while sewing the dress.
- Every good seamstress should have a reliable dedal in her sewing kit.
- As he stitched the quilt, the dedal provided much-needed protection for his fingertip.
Meaning
The term ‘dedal’ refers to an essential tool for seamstresses and tailors, preventing finger pricks from needles during fabric work.
Synonyms
- thimble
- finger protector
- sewing thimble