embroider
verb
em·broi·der
im-ˈbrȯi-dər 
embroidered; embroidering
im-ˈbrȯi-d(ə-)riŋ
1
a
: to ornament with needlework
b
: to form with needlework
2
: to elaborate on : embellish
embroider a story
Examples of embroider in a Sentence
She embroidered tiny flowers on the baby's scarf.
a scarf embroidered with tiny flowers
He is known to embroider the truth about his service in the army.
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At the Cannes Film Festival in May, the model Toni Garrn made a striking appearance in a blue-black bustier dress embroidered with small petals.
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Amy Verner,
Vogue,
6 July 2026
The big finale showcased a model in an ethereal off-the-shoulder gown with a sheer train and embroidered ferns.
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Allison Degrushe,
StyleCaster,
6 July 2026
The floor-length Maggi dress was delicately hand-embroidered with pink glass cut beads.
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Morgan Evans,
USA Today,
4 July 2026
The day after the ceremony, photos circulated online of an ivory handkerchief embroidered with lace that was handed out to the wedding guests.
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Jack Dunn,
Variety,
4 July 2026
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Amy Verner,
Vogue,
6 July 2026
The big finale showcased a model in an ethereal off-the-shoulder gown with a sheer train and embroidered ferns.
—
Allison Degrushe,
StyleCaster,
6 July 2026
The floor-length Maggi dress was delicately hand-embroidered with pink glass cut beads.
—
Morgan Evans,
USA Today,
4 July 2026
The day after the ceremony, photos circulated online of an ivory handkerchief embroidered with lace that was handed out to the wedding guests.
—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
4 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for embroider
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“Embroider.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/embroider. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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embroider
verb
em·broi·der
im-ˈbrȯid-ər
embroidered; embroidering
-(ə-)riŋ
1
: to make or fill in a design with needlework
2
: to decorate with needlework
3
: to add to the interest of (as a story) with details or by exaggerating
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