Meaning of the word stich in English

What does stich mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stich

US /stɪtʃ/
UK /stɪtʃ/

Noun

1.

a loop of thread or yarn resulting from a single pass of the needle in sewing, knitting, or crocheting

Example:
She dropped a stitch while knitting the scarf.
The doctor put three stitches in his wound.
2.

a sudden, sharp pain in the side of the body, typically caused by strenuous exercise

Example:
He got a stitch in his side after running too fast.
The sudden movement gave her a sharp stitch.

Verb

make, mend, or join (something) with stitches

Example:
She carefully stitched the two pieces of fabric together.
The surgeon had to stitch up the incision.