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overcasting
In a meteorological sense, this term describes the transition of the sky into a clouded state. It carries a heavy, somber connotation, often associated with the onset of rain or a general feeling of gloom. It is less common than the adjective "overcast" and is typically used to describe the active process of the sky darkening.
In the context of needlework, the term refers to a specific functional stitch. It is a technical term used in tailoring and sewing to describe the act of securing raw edges. Unlike decorative stitching, the primary purpose here is utility and durability to prevent fabric from unraveling.
Meanings
Examples
The sudden overcasting of the sky suggested a storm was imminent.
Look at that overcasting sky. We should probably head back inside.
The slow overcasting of the afternoon light made the forest feel eerie.
I can feel the overcasting atmosphere weighing down on my mood today.
The overcasting of the horizon happened so quickly that the birds stopped singing.
You need to finish the overcasting on this seam before the fabric starts to fray.
My grandmother taught me the art of overcasting by hand when I was a child.
I wonder if this overcasting stitch is strong enough for heavy denim.