1. decorative needlework in which designs are sewn onto fabric using thread or yarn
2. fabric decorated with such needlework
3. elaborate or fanciful details added to make something more interesting
Usage: figurative

Examples

• She learned embroidery from her grandmother.
• The dress featured beautiful floral embroidery on the sleeves.
• Traditional Chinese embroidery uses silk threads in vibrant colors.
• The pillowcase was decorated with delicate white embroidery.
• Her story contained some embroidery of the actual events.
• The museum displayed antique embroidery from various cultures.
• He accused the witness of adding embroidery to her testimony.