ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Embroider

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ɪmˈbɹɔɪdɚ/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Embroider is a verb meaning To stitch a decorative design on fabric with needle and thread of various colours.

Meaning

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

More Meanings

  1. (figuratively) To add imaginary detail to a narrative to make it more interesting or acceptable.

Word Forms

Synonyms for embroider

Depending on context, synonyms include aggrandize, embellish, pad, blow up, lard, dramatize.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include broider, pad, embellish, lard, blow up, aggrandize.

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