Definition

To sew something again or to add new stitches to it.

Example

After the tear in my shirt, I had to restitch the fabric to make it whole again.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I noticed my favorite shirt has a tear in it.

Oh no! Are you going to restitch it yourself?

Yeah, I think I can manage it if I find my sewing kit.

That’s a good idea! It’ll be nice to have it looking new again.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Restitch → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "stitch" (from Old English "sticca", meaning to pierce or to sew). The word "restitch" means to sew again or to repair by sewing once more.

Memory Tip

Think of sewing something 'again' ('re-') — that's why restitch means to sew it again.

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