drawn work
noun
ornamental work done by drawing threads from a fabric, the remaining portions usually being formed into lacelike patterns by needlework.
Origin of drawn work
First recorded in 1585–95
Words nearby drawn work
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British Dictionary definitions for drawn work
drawn work
noun
ornamental needlework done by drawing threads out of the fabric and using the remaining threads to form lacelike patterns
Also called: drawn-thread work