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    Broderie (en. Embroidery)

    bʁ.ɔ.dʁi

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Decorative sewing techniques using threads.
    Embroidery is often used to adorn clothing.
    La broderie est souvent utilisée pour embellir des vêtements.
    A work created using this technique.
    She created a beautiful embroidery for her mother's birthday.
    Elle a réalisé une broderie magnifique pour l'anniversaire de sa mère.
    A motif or design created by embroidery.
    The embroideries on this cushion are very delicate.
    Les broderies sur ce coussin sont très délicates.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'broder', meaning 'to sew with embellishment'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    embroidery on fabric
    A decorative technique specifically applied to pieces of fabric.
    broderie sur tissu
    to do embroidery
    An exercise practicing the art of embroidery.
    faire de la broderie
    floral embroidery
    A floral motif created through embroidery.
    broderie florale

    Related Words

    cushion
    A small decorative cushion often used in embroidery.
    cousson
    thread
    Material used to create embroideries.
    fil
    needle
    Tool necessary for practicing embroidery.
    aiguille

    Slang Meanings

    To do something in an exaggerated or ostentatious manner.
    She 'embroidered' her story too much to make it interesting.
    Elle a trop 'brodé' son histoire pour la rendre intéressante.
    To add unnecessary details to a story.
    He tends to embellish his stories to attract attention.
    Il a tendance à broder ses récits pour attirer l'attention.