noun

1. 1. a single complete in-and-out movement of the threaded needle in sewing
   2. suture (sense )
2. a single loop of yarn worked off a needle in knitting, crocheting, etc.
3. the piece of thread worked in, or a loop, knot, etc. made, by stitching
4. a particular kind of stitch or style of stitching
5. a sudden, sharp pain in the side or back
6. a bit or piece; specif., an article of clothing wearing not a stitch

Etymology: ME stiche < OE stice, a puncture, stab: for IE base see stick

intransitive verb

transitive verb

1. to fasten, join, repair, adorn, or operate upon with or as with stitches; sew
2. to fasten or unite (cartons, booklets, etc.) with staples