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linker

linker

8.4
A machine that joins knitted fabric edges to make neat seams
  • noun
  • /ˈlɪŋkər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : ligadora
  • The technician operated the linker to create smooth, strong seams on the socks.

Examples

  • After knitting the pieces, they used a linker to finish the edges neatly.

  • A modern linker can join hundreds of garments in a single day.

  • The linker joined the two pieces of fabric perfectly.

  • She uses a special linker for her knitting projects.

  • The technician operated the linker to create smooth, strong seams on the socks.

  • A modern linker can join hundreds of garments in a single day.

  • After knitting the pieces, they used a linker to finish the edges neatly.

Synonyms

hemmer
vslinker
  • Specialized
5 8.4

A machine that folds and stitches the edge of clothes quickly

joins knitted edge loops to finish seams rather than folding and stitching hems
stitcher
vslinker
1 3.4

A person or machine that sews pieces of cloth together

focuses on joining knitted edge loops to finish seams rather than general sewing
overlocker
vslinker
  • UK
7.5

A sewing machine that trims and sews fabric edges to stop fraying

joins knitted edge loops to finish seams instead of trimming edges
seamer
vslinker
6.2

A person or machine that sews pieces of material together

uses joining of knitted loops to finish seams rather than general sewing
lockstitch machine
vslinker
  • Specialized
4.4

A sewing machine that uses two threads to make strong seams

joins knitted edge loops to finish seams instead of forming interlocked stitches

Compounds

linker histone
  • Specialized
7.5

A protein that helps fold and hold DNA inside the cell nucleus

How Specialized

overlocker
  • UK
7.5
linker
  • Specialized
8.4

Surface Forms

linker singular
linkers plural

Morphology

linker = link (semi-transparent) = link + er

While 'link' is clear, the specific meaning of a knitting machine is specialized and not obvious from the base word.

Etymology

Linker comes from link + -er, where link means 'to join' or 'a ring' and -er means 'one who'. So a linker in knitting is a machine that 'joins' loops or edges to make a neat seam.