English

overcast

ˈoʊ.vɚ.kæst
Meaning: to stitch over an edge to prevent fraying
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base overcast
3rd person singular present overcasts
Present participle overcasting
Past overcasted
Will future will overcast
Going-to future going to overcast
Imperative negative don't overcast / do not overcast

Example

She overcast the raw edges of the hem to prevent fraying.
She overcast the raw edges of the hem to prevent fraying.

Usage Notes

Used in sewing to describe a specific type of stitch that wraps around the edge of fabric.

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