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embroidery

/ɪmˈbrɔɪdəri/

Translations

embroiderynoun

embroideries

She admired the intricate embroidery on the dress.

Она восхищалась сложной вышивкой на платье.

Synonyms

decorative sewing

embroideryadjective

/ɪmˈbrɔɪdəri/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "embroidery thread").

embroiderynoun

The art or process of forming decorative designs with hand or machine needlework.

She spent hours perfecting the embroidery on the wedding dress.

A design or decoration formed by or as if by embroidery.

The pillowcases were adorned with intricate floral embroidery.

Elaborate or exaggerated details added to a story to make it more interesting.

His account of the fishing trip was full of embroidery, making it sound more adventurous than it actually was.

embroideryadjective

Of or relating to embroidery; used before another noun to describe items associated with the craft.

She bought an embroidery kit that included hoops and needles.