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Crochet abbreviation

What does lp mean in crochet?

A loop of yarn on the hook or in a stitch; lps is the plural.

By the crochetpatterns.io editorial team · Reviewed September 13, 2026 · Editorial policy

lp in US and UK patterns
US patternsUK patterns
Abbreviationlplp
Meaninglooploop

lp is short for loop in US patterns; UK patterns write lp (loop).

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