embroider

UK /ɪmˈbɹɔɪdɚ/ US /ɪmˈbɹɔɪdɚ/

verb 2

Definitions

verb

To stitch a decorative design on fabric with needle and thread of various colours.

To add imaginary detail to a narrative to make it more interesting or acceptable.

ADV

beautifully, delicately, exquisitely

heavily, richly

The wedding dress was heavily embroidered with gold thread and pearls.

PREP

He carefully embroidered a small bird on the collar of his jacket.

with

He embroidered the cushion cover with colorful birds and leaves.

verb — add details to

verb — decorate with needlework

I don't know how to sew or embroider.

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I don't embroider their handkerchiefs.

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I embroider cityscapes.

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Before starting to embroider, I wind the thread onto cardboard bobbins to make it easier to access.

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I might embroider that on a cushion.

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I like to embroider.

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In some senses, embroider is marked as figuratively. Watch for register when choosing this word.

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