 embroidery |
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| 1. | [ noun ] elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail | |
| Synonyms: | embellishment | |
| Examples: | "the mystery has been heightened by many embellishments in subsequent retellings" |
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| Related terms: | expansion embroider | |
| 2. | [ noun ] decorative needlework | |
| Synonyms: | fancywork | |
| Related terms: | needlework sewing cutwork drawnwork crewelwork cross-stitch needlepoint sampler candlewick smocking hemstitch embroider | |
| Similar spelling: |
embroider embroiderer embroidered embroideress embroiled embroil emperor embryotic embryonic embrocate |
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