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| cuff1 |
a band of material at the end of a shirt sleeve or pants leg that is folded over. A cuff is often sewn in place. [1/2 definitions] |
| hem1 |
an edge of a dress, curtain, or something else made of cloth, when it has been folded back and sewn down. [1/2 definitions] |
| patchwork |
pieces of cloth or leather sewn together in a pattern. |
| pleat |
a flat, even fold that is sewn or pressed in cloth. [1/2 definitions] |
| pocket |
a small piece of material, open at the top and sewn onto clothing. A pocket forms a bag for keeping small objects. [1/5 definitions] |
| sequin |
a very small shiny disk of plastic or metal. Sequins are sewn onto clothing as decoration. |
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