embroidery
noun
em·broi·dery
im-ˈbrȯi-d(ə-)rē 
plural embroideries
1
a
: the art or process of forming decorative designs with hand or machine needlework
b
: a design or decoration formed by or as if by embroidery
c
: an object decorated with embroidery
2
: elaboration by use of decorative and often fictitious detail
3
: something pleasing or desirable but unimportant
considered the humanities mere educational embroidery
Examples of embroidery in a Sentence
She learned embroidery from her grandmother.
His stories about his travels include a good deal of embroidery.
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Golden Goose’s experiential retail space in NYC epitomizes the concept in its Co-Creation Bar: a section of the store where eager individuals can customize their acquisitions with patches, charms, pins, brooches, crystals, studs, embroidery, paint, and the like.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 May 2025
From the flowing elegance of saris to the intricate craftsmanship of lehengas and the versatile beauty of salwars, the region has been home to centuries of textile artistry that spans ancient weaving techniques, elaborate embroidery, and timeless silhouettes.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Take, for example, the Sakura jean—made of 100 percent cotton—which features vibrant cherry blossom embroidery running up each side of the leg.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 20 May 2025
Though, her premiere look this evening—a pink strapless gown with fringed embroidery—leaned a little more into statement territory.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 May 2025
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 May 2025
From the flowing elegance of saris to the intricate craftsmanship of lehengas and the versatile beauty of salwars, the region has been home to centuries of textile artistry that spans ancient weaving techniques, elaborate embroidery, and timeless silhouettes.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Take, for example, the Sakura jean—made of 100 percent cotton—which features vibrant cherry blossom embroidery running up each side of the leg.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 20 May 2025
Though, her premiere look this evening—a pink strapless gown with fringed embroidery—leaned a little more into statement territory.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for embroidery
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“Embroidery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/embroidery. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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embroidery
noun
em·broi·dery
im-ˈbrȯid-(ə-)rē
plural embroideries
1
: the process or art of embroidering
2
: needlework done to decorate cloth
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