<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li><p>(used with object)</p><ul><li>To join or attach by stitches.</li><li>To make, repair, etc., (a garment) by such means.</li><li>To enclose or secure with stitches: to sew flour in a bag.</li><li>To close (a hole, wound, etc.) by means of stitches (usually followed by up).</li></ul></li><li><p>(used without object)</p><ul><li>To work with a needle and thread or with a sewing machine.</li></ul></li><li><p>Verb phrase (Informal)</p><ul><li>To get or have a monopoly of; control exclusively.</li><li>To complete or conclude (arrangements, negotiations, etc.) successfully: They were about to sew up the deal when the argument started.</li><li>To gain or be assured of: He tried to sew up as many votes as possible before the convention.</li></ul></li></ul>