noun
- Plural of broidery; decorative needlework or embroidery, especially ornamental designs stitched onto fabric.
- Ornamental or decorative details; embellishments or elaborate ornamentation.
Usage: archaic or literary; chiefly British
Usage: figurative; archaic
Examples
- The museum displayed fine broideries from the Renaissance period.
- Her dress was adorned with delicate broideries in gold thread.
- The tapestry featured intricate broideries depicting scenes from mythology.
- Medieval broideries often told stories through their detailed stitching.
- The artist's work was known for its elaborate broideries and fine craftsmanship.