Word Information

Tacking

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Definitions for Tacking

noun
a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together
Synonyms
baste basting basting stitch
noun
(nautical) the act of changing tack
Synonyms
tack
verb
fasten with tacks
Synonyms
tack
Examples
  1. tack the notice on the board
verb
turn into the wind
Synonyms
tack wear round
Examples
  1. The sailors decided to tack the boat
  2. The boat tacked
verb
create by putting components or members together
Synonyms
assemble piece put together set up tack tack together
Examples
  1. She pieced a quilt
  2. He tacked together some verses
  3. They set up a committee
verb
sew together loosely, with large stitches
Synonyms
baste tack
Examples
  1. baste a hem
verb
fix to
Synonyms
append tag on tack on tack hang on
Examples
  1. attach
  2. append a charm to the necklace
verb
reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
Synonyms
interchange tack switch alternate flip flip-flop

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