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embroidery Definition

em·broi·dery (em bro̵i′dər ē, im-)

noun pl. -·der·ies

  1. the art or work of ornamenting fabric with needlework; embroidering
  2. embroidered work or fabric; ornamental needlework
  3. embellishment, as of an account
  4. something superficial or unnecessary but attractive or desirable

Etymology: ME embrouderie: see embroider & -ery

embroidery Synonyms

embroidery

n.

  1. Stitchery

    needlepoint, needlework, sampler, arabesque, brocade, tracery, lacery, bargello, edging, decoration, patterning, adornment, fringing.

    Kinds of embroidery include: cross-stitch, crewel, crochet, needlepoint, tapestry, appliqué, quilting.

  2. Exaggeration

    embellishment, fabrication, hyperbole; see exaggeration 1.

embroidery Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • weave: They combine the technique of weaving, embroidery and sculpture.
  • feature: Shirt features gold embroidery to badge, sleeves £ 34.99 More details England Away Shirt 2006/08 - Long Sleeve Kids.

Adjective modifier

  • floral: A very cool imported retro vintage style handbag, in beige canvas, with very pretty floral embroidery.
  • intricate: Each design is unique due to the intricate hand embroidery encapsulated in each design.
  • exquisite: The sleeves are embellished with exquisite embroidery to complete this stylish look.
  • delicate: Under the glass is a table cover on which the church members signed their names which were then outlined in delicate embroidery.
  • gold: Shirt features gold embroidery to badge, sleeves £ 34.99 More details England Away Shirt 2006/08 - Long Sleeve Kids.
  • beautiful: Hanging on the north wall is a beautiful embroidery of the village.

Modifies a noun

  • floss: There are pages listing thread colors and shade numbers for cotton embroidery floss and sewing threads - his main tying materials.
  • hoop: Embroidery hoops are not suitable as they will not hold the canvas firmly.
  • stitch: Add the features with embroidery stitches or marker pens.
  • thread: Either use embroidery thread or marker pens to add his face.
  • kit: Janet Granger Dolls house embroidery kits from Janet Granger.
  • crystal: Tie her up, machine embroidery design crystal machine embroidery design crystal Linda.

Noun used with modifier

  • valentine: Suddenly he ran distractedly at an armchair and free valentine embroidery design kicked it.
  • silk: The cloak is made of cashmere with velvet applique and silk embroidery in an art nouveau style.
  • lace: Its non-slip top is decorated with intricate floral lace embroidery.
  • machine: Tie her up, machine embroidery design crystal machine embroidery design crystal Linda.
  • thread: They are highly decorative and are adorned with intricate metal thread embroidery.
  • custom: We can also offer a custom embroidery service - please enquire for further details.
embroidery Quotes

Bring the rathe primrose that forsaken dies, The tufted crow-toe, and pale gessamine, The white pink, and the pansy freaked with jet, The glowing violet, The musk-rose, and the well attir'd woodbine, With cowslips wan that hang the pensive head, And every flower that sad embroidery wears: Bid amaranthus all his beauty shed, And daffadillies fill their cups with tears, To strew the laureate hearse where Lycid lies.

—Milton,John

Browse dictionary entries near embroidery

  1. ‹ embroider
  2. ‹ embrocation
  3. ‹ embrocate
  4. ‹ embrasure
  5. ‹ embrangle
  6. ‹ embranchment
  7. ‹ embracery
  8. ‹ embraceor
  9. ‹ embrace
  10. ‹ embower
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