Embroidery
ɪmˈbrɔɪdəri
Definitions
2 meaningsThe art or process of decorating fabric with needlework using a needle and thread.
ɪmˈbrɔɪdəri
The art or process of decorating fabric with needlework.
The dress was adorned with delicate embroidery.
💡 Simply: Embroidery is like drawing with a needle and thread on clothes or fabric. It's how people make pretty designs and pictures on things!
👶 For kids: Making pretty pictures or designs on cloth with a needle and thread.
More Examples
Her hobby is embroidery, and she loves creating intricate designs.
The museum featured an exhibition of historical embroidery pieces.
How It's Used
"The intricate embroidery on the wedding dress was stunning."
"She spent hours on her embroidery project, creating a beautiful floral pattern."
The product of embroidery, such as an embroidered design or article of clothing.
ɪmˈbrɔɪdəri
Embroidered material.
The shop sold beautiful pieces of embroidery.
💡 Simply: The finished product, like a shirt with embroidery on it.
👶 For kids: The cloth or picture that has been sewn on with a needle and thread.
More Examples
The embroidery on the tablecloth was exquisite.
The artist framed the embroidery and hung it on the wall.
How It's Used
"The pillows were filled with colorful embroidery."
"She bought a kit with embroidery for beginners."
From Old French *embroderie*, from *embroder* 'to embroider', which derives from Germanic roots meaning 'border'.
Embroidery has been practiced for millennia across numerous cultures, serving both utilitarian and decorative purposes. Evidence of embroidery has been found on garments dating back to ancient civilizations.
Memory tip
Imagine a bee (Em) broidering a colorful pattern onto fabric with its tiny needle.