embroidery

n. the activity or art of decorating cloth by sewing patterns on it with many colours of thread.

n. the art or process of decorating fabric or other materials using a needle to stitch thread, yarn, or sometimes wire.

“She spent her evenings practicing embroidery to create beautiful designs on her napkins.”

“Traditional embroidery remains a vital cultural expression in the region, with patterns passed down through generations of artisans.”

n. patterns or designs sewn onto cloth, or the piece of cloth itself.

n. ornamentation consisting of needlework on fabric, or a specific piece of fabric so decorated.

“The gold embroidery on the king's robe shone brightly under the lights.”

“The museum displayed a collection of seventeenth-century embroidery, noting the intricate detail of the silk floral motifs.”

n. extra details added to a story to make it more exciting, even if they are not completely true.

n. the figurative elaboration of a narrative or account, often involving the addition of fictitious or exaggerated details.

“His story about the accident was full of embroidery to make himself look like a hero.”

“The journalist was accused of excessive embroidery, as several key details in his report could not be verified by witnesses.”

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