Definition

A person who uses a needle to create or repair items, often involving sewing or embroidery.

Example

My grandmother is a skilled needleworker who makes beautiful quilts.

Conversation

I met a fantastic needleworker at the craft fair yesterday.

Oh really? What did she make?

She had the most beautiful quilts and embroidered pieces.

That sounds amazing! I’d love to learn from a skilled needleworker like her.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Needleworker → It is formed from "needle" (from Old English *nǣdl*, meaning a small, slender tool for sewing) and "worker" (from Old English *wyrcan*, meaning to work or perform). A needleworker is someone who works with a needle, typically in sewing or embroidery.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'small tool for sewing' ('needle') and someone who 'works' ('worker') with it — that's what a needleworker does.

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