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    Bordado (en. Embroidery)

    /borˈðaðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Technique of textile decoration that uses threads to create patterns.
    The embroidery on this shirt is very detailed.
    El bordado en esta camisa es muy detallado.
    Work created with the technique of embroidery.
    Embroidery is an important part of our artisan culture.
    El bordado es una parte importante de nuestra cultura artesanal.
    Ornament made with thread on a fabric.
    The embroidery on the tablecloth gives it a special touch.
    El bordado en el mantel le da un toque especial.

    Etymology

    From the participle of the verb bordar, which comes from the French 'border', meaning 'to edge'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hand embroidery
    Technique of embroidery done by hand.
    bordado a mano
    machine embroidery
    Technique of embroidery used with specialized machines.
    bordado a máquina
    relief embroidery
    Embroidery that stands out over the surface of the fabric.
    bordado en relieve

    Related Words

    to embroider
    Action of decorating with thread.
    bordar
    embroiderer
    Person who creates embroideries.
    bordador
    embroidery
    Part that surrounds or concludes a fabric.
    bordadura

    Slang Meanings

    Something that is of high quality or well made, used in informal contexts.
    This car is embroidered, it's luxurious.
    Este coche está bordado, es de lujo.
    In some contexts, it can be used to refer to something that is complex or elaborate.
    That idea is very embroidered, I like it.
    Esa idea es muy bordada, me gusta.