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/ɪmˈbrɔɪdəri/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The art or craft of decorating fabric or other materials with needle and thread or yarn.
Her grandmother taught her the traditional art of embroidery, creating beautiful patterns on linens.
Decorative stitching on fabric that enhances its appearance.
The dress was exquisite, featuring intricate embroidery that added a touch of elegance.
Elaborate or excessive detail added to a story or description.
The journalist's article was criticized for its embroidery, which twisted the facts of the event.
Etymology
The word 'embroidery' comes from the Middle English 'embroiderie', from the Old French 'embroderie', based on the verb 'embroider' which means to ornament with needlework.
Common Phrases and Expressions
embroidered with love:
Made or decorated with care, affection, or creativity.
to add embellishments:
To enhance or elaborate, often unnecessarily.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
To embellish a story or account.
He tends to embroidery his experiences to make them sound more exciting.
To add unnecessary details to something.
Don't embroidery the report; keep it straightforward.