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smocking

noun [U]
 
 
/ˈsmɒk.ɪŋ/ US  /ˈsmɑː.kɪŋ/

Definition

decoration on a piece of clothing consisting of cloth pulled into tight folds that are held in position with decorative stitchesKnitting and sewing
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