Embroideries: meaning, definitions and examples
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embroideries
[ ɪmˈbrɔɪd(ə)ri ]
art
Embroideries are decorative designs stitched onto fabric. They can be simple patterns or intricate designs, often used to embellish clothing, accessories, or home decor.
Synonyms
embellishment, needlework, stitching
Examples of usage
- Her wedding dress was embellished with beautiful embroidered flowers.
- The pillowcases were adorned with delicate embroideries in pastel colors.
literature
Embroideries can also refer to a literary work by Marjane Satrapi, where women in Iran share stories of their lives and experiences while engaging in the traditional art of embroidery.
Synonyms
book, literary work, narratives
Examples of usage
- She found solace in reading the poignant stories in Satrapi's Embroideries.
Translations
Translations of the word "embroideries" in other languages:
🇵🇹 bordados
🇮🇳 कढ़ाई
🇩🇪 Stickereien
🇮🇩 sulam
🇺🇦 вишивки
🇵🇱 hafty
🇯🇵 刺繍 (ししゅう)
🇫🇷 broderies
🇪🇸 bordados
🇹🇷 nakışlar
🇰🇷 자수
🇸🇦 تطريزات
🇨🇿 výšivky
🇸🇰 výšivky
🇨🇳 刺绣 (cìxiù)
🇸🇮 vezenine
🇮🇸 útsaumur
🇰🇿 кестелер
🇬🇪 нაქარგები
🇦🇿 naxışlar
🇲🇽 bordados
Word origin
The word 'embroideries' originated from the Middle English word 'embrouderye,' which came from the Old French word 'embrouder,' meaning to embellish with needlework. The art of embroidery has a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations, where it was used to decorate clothing, tapestries, and other textiles.