serging
/ˈsɜrdʒɪŋ/
noun
- A sewing technique that uses a special machine to cut, trim, and finish the edges of fabric in one step, preventing fraying.
- For stretchy fabrics, serging is often better than a regular straight stitch.
- She learned serging in her sewing class to make her projects look professional.
- The serging on the hem of the dress kept the fabric from unraveling.