broider

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Verb broider has 1 sense

embroider, broider - decorate with needlework
--₁ is one way to decorate, adorn, grace, ornament, embellish, beautify
Sample sentence:
They broider the cape

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Broider

Part of speech: Verb

Definition: To decorate or embroider something with needlework.

Sense 1: (Popular) To adorn fabric or material with decorative stitches or designs.

Example sentence 1: She learned how to broider flowers on her grandmother's antique handkerchiefs.

Example sentence 2: The talented seamstress expertly broidered intricate patterns onto the wedding gown.

Sense 2: (Local) To stitch or sew local traditional motifs or patterns in needlework.

Example sentence 1: The artisans in this region commonly broider the local tribal symbols onto their traditional clothing.

Example sentence 2: The cultural heritage is preserved through generations by continuing to broider unique patterns onto tapestries.