crochet
UK: ˈkrəʊʃeɪ | US: kroʊˈʃeɪ
n. a handicraft technique using a hooked needle to create fabric from yarn or thread
vt. to make fabric or lace using a crochet needle
crochet = croc<hook> + et<diminutive suffix>
- croc (from Old French croc, meaning "hook," derived from Old Norse krókr)
- et (a French diminutive suffix, indicating smallness or affection)
Etymology Origin:
The word crochet originates from French, where croc (hook) combined with the diminutive -et literally means "small hook." This reflects the tool's design—a slender, hooked needle used for intricate yarn work. The term entered English in the 19th century alongside the craft's popularity, retaining its French spelling and structure.
She learned to crochet a blanket during the winter.
The delicate lace was made using fine crochet techniques.
He gifted her a handmade crochet scarf.
Crochet hooks come in various sizes for different projects.
The artisan displayed her crochet designs at the craft fair.