Crotchet

Pronunciation: /krɑtʃɪt/

Definitions of crotchet

noun a whimsical or eccentric notion or preference

Example Sentences

A1 I bought a crotchet hook to start learning how to crochet.

A2 She enjoys creating crotchet designs for her home decorations.

B1 The crotchet pattern for the blanket is intricate and beautiful.

B2 She has mastered the art of crotchet and can make almost anything.

C1 The crotchet work on her dress was so detailed and expertly done.

C2 As a crotchet artist, she is renowned for her innovative and unique designs.

Examples of crotchet in a Sentence

formal The musician used a crotchet note to indicate a quarter beat in the composition.

informal I always get confused between a crotchet and a quaver in music theory class.

slang I need to remember to hold that crotchet for a full beat before moving on.

figurative His idea of success was like a crotchet in a symphony, essential for the overall harmony.

Grammatical Forms of crotchet

• past tense: crotcheted
• plural: crotchets
• comparative: more crotchety
• superlative: most crotchety
• present tense: crotchets
• future tense: will crotchet
• perfect tense: have crotcheted
• continuous tense: is crotcheting
• singular: crotchet
• positive degree: crotchety
• infinitive: to crotchet
• gerund: crotcheting
• participle: crotcheting

Origin and Evolution of crotchet

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'crotchet' originated from Middle English 'crochet', which came from Old French 'crochet' meaning 'hook'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'crotchet' evolved from meaning a small hook or barb to referring to a musical note worth half a quaver, and eventually to denote a whimsical or eccentric notion or idea.