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When I'm not writing or tweaking my computer, I do embroidery. When I'm not plunging into the past, tweaking, or embroidering, I'm reading books about history, computers, or embroidery.
Lynn Abbey

Meaning of "embroidery" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF EMBROIDERY

embroidery  [ɪmˈbrɔɪdərɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF EMBROIDERY

noun
adjective
verb
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Embroidery is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES EMBROIDERY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

embroidery

Embroidery

Embroidery is the handicraft of decorating fabric or other materials with needle and thread or yarn. Embroidery may also incorporate other materials such as metal strips, pearls, beads, quills, and sequins. Embroidery is most often used on caps, hats, coats, blankets, dress shirts, denim, stockings, and golf shirts. Embroidery is available with a wide variety of thread or yarn color. Caucasus embroidery An interesting characteristic of embroidery is that the basic techniques or stitches on surviving examples of the earliest embroidery—chain stitch, buttonhole or blanket stitch, running stitch, satin stitch, cross stitch—remain the fundamental techniques of hand embroidery today.

Definition of embroidery in the English dictionary

The definition of embroidery in the dictionary is decorative needlework done usually on loosely woven cloth or canvas, often being a picture or pattern. Other definition of embroidery is elaboration or exaggeration, esp in writing or reporting; embellishment.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH EMBROIDERY


bindery
ˈbaɪndərɪ
boundary
ˈbaʊndərɪ
broidery
ˈbrɔɪdərɪ
camaraderie
ˌkæməˈrɑːdərɪ
cidery
ˈsaɪdərɪ
dromedary
ˈdrʌmədərɪ
Eddery
ˈɛdərɪ
gliddery
ˈɡlɪdərɪ
jadery
ˈdʒeɪdərɪ
lapidary
ˈlæpɪdərɪ
legendary
ˈlɛdʒəndərɪ
postsecondary
ˌpəʊstˈsɛkəndərɪ
powdery
ˈpaʊdərɪ
prebendary
ˈprɛbəndərɪ
prudery
ˈpruːdərɪ
secondary
ˈsɛkəndərɪ
sliddery
ˈslɪdərɪ
solidary
ˈsɒlɪdərɪ
spidery
ˈspaɪdərɪ
thundery
ˈθʌndərɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE EMBROIDERY

embrave
embread
embreathe
embrittle
embrittlement
embrocate
embrocation
embroider
embroiderer
embroideries
embroidery frame
embroidery silk
embroidery thread
embroil
embroiled
embroiler
embroilment
embrown
embrue
embruement

WORDS THAT END LIKE EMBROIDERY

bladdery
bookbindery
cindery
commandery
comradery
do-goodery
doddery
duddery
eyelet embroidery
gaudery
goliardery
grindery
gunpowdery
laddery
pseudery
rudery
sculduddery
shuddery
tindery
weedery

Synonyms and antonyms of embroidery in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «EMBROIDERY»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «embroidery» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of embroidery

Translation of «embroidery» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF EMBROIDERY

Find out the translation of embroidery to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of embroidery from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «embroidery» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

刺绣品
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

bordado
570 millions of speakers

English

embroidery
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

कढ़ाई
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تَطْرِيز
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

вышивка
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

bordado
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

সূচিকর্ম
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

broderie
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Sulaman
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Stickerei
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

刺繍
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

자수
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Sulaman
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

đồ thêu
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

எம்பிராய்டரி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

भरतकाम
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

nakış
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

ricamo
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

haft
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

вишивка
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

broderie
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κέντημα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

borduurwerk
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

broderi
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

broderi
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of embroidery

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «EMBROIDERY»

The term «embroidery» is very widely used and occupies the 11.035 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «EMBROIDERY» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «embroidery» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «embroidery» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about embroidery

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6 QUOTES WITH «EMBROIDERY»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word embroidery.
1
Lynn Abbey
When I'm not writing or tweaking my computer, I do embroidery. When I'm not plunging into the past, tweaking, or embroidering, I'm reading books about history, computers, or embroidery.
2
Joseph Altuzarra
If you take away print and embroidery, you have to challenge yourself a bit more on the cut.
3
Derek Blasberg
Still teenagers, Harry and Peter Brant II have never disappointed when I've seen them out and about in New York, Paris, and Venice (Which is where all schoolkids go on field trips, right?) They're not afraid of wearing brooches, capes, embroidery, and even a dab-bing of makeup.
4
Kate Reardon
The Queen's wedding dress in 1947, there was some embroidery on the train which was definitely there to illustrate new dawn/post-war optimism, that sort of thing.
5
Elisabeth von Thurn und Taxis
The fall couture presentations in Paris are usually my favorite moment on the fashion calendar: beautiful weather, a busy rather than manic schedule, and, let's face it, seeing the artistry, the embroidery, and handmade magnificence that goes into every dress.
6
Mao Zedong
A revolution is not a dinner party, or writing an essay, or painting a picture, or doing embroidery.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «EMBROIDERY»

Discover the use of embroidery in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to embroidery and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Asian Embroidery:
There is the brilliant work of the symbolic significance of light and shining surfaces and a broad sweep of the creative expressions of different regions. The contributors are well- known authorities Padma Shri Jagdish Mittal, Prof.
Ms. Jaslean Dhamija, 2013
2
Indian embroidery
This sumptuous volume covers embroidery from many different regions in India, ranging from elaborate floral designs of the Mughal court to vibrant folk patterns embellished with cowrie shells and mirrors.Stunning illustrations show the ...
Rosemary Crill, Victoria and Albert Museum, 1999
3
The Embroidery Stitch Bible
This is the stitch bible for embroiderers wishing to improve their technique and add new dimensions to their work. More than 200 stitches are photographed and accompanied by easy-to-follow charts.
Betty Barnden, 2003
4
Cut-work Embroidery and how to Do it
Comprehensive, step-by-step guide to one of the loveliest forms of all needlework. Napkins, tablecloths, handkerchiefs, more. 156 illus.
Oenone Cave, 1982
5
Machine Embroidery With Confidence: A Beginner's Guide
The book also shows readers how to apply those skills as they use machine embroidery to embellish everything from hats and shirts to blankets and towels.
Nancy Zieman, 2005
6
Creative Beginnings In Machine Embroidery: Innovative Ideas ...
Patty takes the mystery out of stabilizers, threads, and tools. First-time embroiderer? No problem! Patty includes lots of photographs and detailed instructions with every step. Exercises will help you advance your skills.
Patty Albin, 2010
7
The Art of Bead Embroidery: Techniques, Design & Inspiration
Learn the secrets of two masters as they share their secrets about adhesives, materials, and techniques for 12 fabulous projects. Find inspiration for beautifully embroidered pieces of wearable art in a gorgeous gallery of their work.
Heidi Kummli, Sherry Serafini, 2007
8
Erica Wilson's embroidery book
America's foremost embroidery expert gives instructions for seven types of embroidery--crewel, needlepoint, silk and gold thread, black work, white work, stump work, and appliqué--with directions and stitch diagrams.
Erica Wilson, 1973
9
Bead Embroidery
Even beginning beaders can learn to add beauty and texture to their needlework projects with this practical, user-friendly and vividly illustrated guide.
Yukiko Ogura, 2007
10
Beginner's guide to silk ribbon embroidery
More than 100 step-by-step photographs show how to create exquisite, delicately embroidered silk ribbon flowers, using a surprisingly small number of stitches.
Ann Cox, 1998

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «EMBROIDERY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term embroidery is used in the context of the following news items.
1
LIDS, Major League Baseball Re-Up Embroidery Deal
Indianapolis-based LIDS Sports Group has extended a licensing contract with Major League Baseball. The deal involves retailer embroidery ... «Inside Indiana Business, Jul 15»
2
Embroidery work turns boon for dropout girls
But as they got involved in the embroidery work being encouraged by other women of the neighbourhood, they are now earning a handsome ... «DhakaTribune, Jul 15»
3
Sew & Tell teaches embroidery techniques
Children learned simple embroidery techniques with this project. July's meeting will be held on Saturday, July 25, from 2 to 4 p.m. The club is ... «The Beverly Review, Jul 15»
4
Water Soluble Film Market for Detergent, Agrochemical, Water …
... water soluble (PVA/PVOH) film is used in embroidery and laundry bag ... such as detergent packaging, agrochemical packaging, embroidery, ... «MarketWatch, Jul 15»
5
Brother Australia launches its new range of mid-level computerised …
Brother has a history of over 100 years delivering some of the greatest and latest technology in sewing, embroidery, quilting and crafting. «PRWire, Jul 15»
6
Diva of DIY: Creating a designer look with embroidery hoops, spray …
Today, find out how you can create a simple designer look with just a few embroidery hoops and spray paint. WATCH: See how she does it in ... «KSHB, Jul 15»
7
LIDS Renews Rights to Major League Baseball Players Custom …
"Being able to offer custom MLB player embroidery in stores through our Custom Zone furthers our edge to give fans design and style ... «SYS-CON Media, Jul 15»
8
Embroidery gives Rangpur women self-reliance
Several thousand rural women in Rangpur division, who once lived in abysmal conditions, have achieved self-reliance through embroidery ... «The Daily Star, Jul 15»
9
Hand it to the sisters!
To give shape to their project, Ramya and Malyada travelled to the weaver and embroidery pockets of the country and engaged with them ... «The Hindu, Jul 15»
10
New report explores the embroidery machine industry global market …
The Embroidery Machine industry development trends and marketing channels are analyzed. Finally the feasibility of new investment projects ... «WhaTech, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Embroidery [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/embroidery>. Apr 2024 ».
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