Embroidery Definition & Meaning

embroidery
noun
  1. elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail; "the mystery has been heightened by many embellishments in subsequent retellings"
  2. decorative needlework

"Embroidery" in song lyrics

See how embroidery is used in real songs:

  • "aasen embroidery"
    AOL — AOL
  • "redwork embroidery"
    AOL — AOL
  • "sandra burkhardt patagonia embroidery"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "embroidery"

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