overlock

[US]/ˈəʊvəlɒk/
[UK]/ˈoʊvərˌlɑːk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.overlock

Phrases & Collocations

overlock stitch

overlock seam

overlocked edge

overlock machine

overlock the fabric

overlocked hem

overlock the seam

overlock needle

overlock thread

overlock the edges

Example Sentences

the tailor used an overlock stitch to finish the raw edges of the jersey.

i borrowed my neighbor's overlock machine to hem the dress.

overlock thread is usually made of polyester for durability.

the overlock seam prevents the fabric from fraying during washing.

when adjusting the overlock tension, ensure the loop lies flat.

she learned the overlock technique from an online tutorial.

the overlock foot on the sewing machine easily handles stretchy knits.

after cutting, we ran the fabric through an overlock edge to neaten it.

the overlock needle broke while sewing the denim.

our workshop offers a class on overlock finishing for professional designers.

he replaced the overlock needle with a size 14 for thicker materials.

overlock operations can be combined with a coverstitch for decorative hems.

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