"flatlock" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From flat + lock; see overlock. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|flat|lock}} flat + lock Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} flatlock (uncountable)
  1. (textiles) A style of stitching that creates a seam where the seam allowance lies flat to the garment instead of hanging loose from it. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Textiles
    Sense id: en-flatlock-en-noun-VSj9roLa Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries Topics: business, manufacturing, textiles
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