tacking

Noun
  1. A loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together (synset 102808296)
    is a type of: embroidery stitch, sewing stitch - a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather
    same as: baste, basting, basting stitch
  2. (nautical) the act of changing tack (synset 100352160)
    referred to in: navigation, sailing, seafaring - the work of a sailor
    is a type of: change of course - a change in the direction that you are moving
    same as: tack

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