noun
Meaning 1
A stitch.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Scotland
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Standard Lemma guide
steek
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noun
Meaning 2
The bridge of extra stitches used in the steeking technique.
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Topics: business, knitting, manufacturing, textiles
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verb
Meaning 3
To stitch (sew with a needle).
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verb
Meaning 4
To shut or close.
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verb
Meaning 5
To use a technique for knitting garments such as sweaters in the round without interruption for openings or sleeves until the end.
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Topics: business, knitting, manufacturing, textiles
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History
Etymology
From Scots steek, from Middle English steke (“to enclose”) and Middle Dutch steken (“to stitch”). Noun from Scots steek (“stitch”), from Middle Dutch steek (“stitch”). More at stick, stitch.