saddle stitch

noun

A stitch used in leatherworking where pieces of leather are joined by two threads alternating.

Meanings

nounsaddle stitch (plural saddle stitches)

plural saddle stitches · alternative saddleback stitch · alternative saddle-wire stitch

  1. A stitch used in leatherworking where pieces of leather are joined by two threads alternating.
  2. A way of stapling printed booklets where the centre of the fold is placed across the saddle of the stitcher and then wire staples are driven through and clinched on the inside.
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