noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:She admires the intricacy of the needlepoint art, especially the use of puntuels to maintain the fabric's tension.

Definition:A form of counted-stitch embroidery in which the fabric is stretched tightly and the stitches counted and uniform in size.

From needlepoint

Example:The blacksmith used a puntel to lift and hold the metalwork in place while hammering it.

Definition:The process of shaping and joining metal by processes such as forging, casting, welding, and soldering.

From metalwork

Example:Each punctel in the stitch is designed to keep the fabric under control while the other stitches are being worked.

Definition:A length of stitches.

From stitch