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Box stitch

Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-000723

A type of reinforced stitching pattern that forms a square or rectangular shape, often with an 'X' sewn inside for added strength. This stitch is used to secure straps, handles, or other high-stress areas on fabric items. It provides a durable connection point that resists tearing under tension.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-IND-000723
FieldIndustrial and trades
SubjectTextile production
TranslationsGerman: Kastenstich; Spanish: puntada de caja; French: point de renfort
Record as JSON 
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  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000723",
  "term": "Box stitch",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A type of reinforced stitching pattern that forms a square or rectangular shape, often with an 'X' sewn inside for added strength. This stitch is used to secure straps, handles, or other high-stress areas on fabric items. It provides a durable connection point that resists tearing under tension.",
  "subject": "Textile production",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Kastenstich",
    "es": "puntada de caja",
    "fr": "point de renfort"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/box-stitch/"
}

Record 785 of 7,291 in Industrial and trades terminology (MLC-0113). Request the full dataset.