tacking Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together
basting stitch; baste; basting.
noun (nautical) the act of changing tack
tack.
verb fasten with tacks
tack.
- tack the notice on the board
verb turn into the wind
tack; wear round.
- The sailors decided to tack the boat
- The boat tacked
verb create by putting components or members together
tack together; set up; tack; assemble; piece; put together.
- She pieced a quilt
- He tacked together some verses
- They set up a committee
verb sew together loosely, with large stitches
baste; tack.
- baste a hem
verb fix to; attach
tack on; tack; tag on; append; hang on.
- append a charm to the necklace
verb reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
interchange; alternate; flip; switch; tack; flip-flop.

(Law) A union of securities given at different times, all of which must be redeemed before an intermediate purchaser can interpose his claim. Bouvier. ✍ The doctrine of tacking is not recognized in American law. Kent.