Definition
orphreyed
adjective
- decorated with orphrey; having a band or stripe of ornamental embroidery or brocade
Usage: archaic; heraldry and textile arts
Examples
- The bishop wore an orphreyed vestment during the ceremonial procession.
- Medieval manuscripts often depicted clergy in orphreyed robes.
- The orphreyed border of the altar cloth displayed intricate gold thread work.
- Her orphreyed gown was a masterpiece of Renaissance embroidery.