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overlock

The correct spelling is overlock.

How to pronounce overlock

noun

IPA: /ˈəʊvəˌlɒk/

Say it like: Ove-rlo-k

The correct spelling is overlock. A stitch that sews over the edge of one or two pieces of cloth for edging, hemming or seaming.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A stitch that sews over the edge of one or two pieces of cloth for edging, hemming or seaming.

verb

  1. 1.To stitch in this manner.
  2. 2.To make the bolt of a lock go too far.

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