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Definition of sewing machine

sewing machine

Plural:sewing machines
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sewing machine Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A mechanically or electrically driven device used to stitch fabric and other materials together with thread.

Example

"She used her grandmother's vintage sewing machine to hem the curtains before the guests arrived."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 19th century from the verbal noun 'sewing' and 'machine'. The first practical iterations were developed and patented in the 1840s, revolutionizing the garment industry.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sewing machine. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sewing machine
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