端はしミシン

noun

edge-stitched seam; machined edge

Refers to a seam sewn close to the fabric edge, often as a finishing technique in sewing. The reading はしミシン is more common; たんミシン is a less frequent alternative.

• 端はしミシンをかけると、布ぬののほつれを防ふせげます。

  Sewing an edge-stitched seam can prevent the fabric from fraying.

• このスカートの裾すそには端はしミシンが施ほどこされている。

  The hem of this skirt has been finished with an edge-stitched seam.