Definition of Embroider
Embroider
em·broi·der


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to stitch decorative patterns or designs onto cloth, usually by hand;

e.g. He used blue thread to embroider his initials onto the bag.

(verb)
to elaborate or exaggerate some communication and embellish it by adding untrue details, usually in order to make it seem more impressive or interesting;

e.g. She likes to embroider her accounts with more drama than actually took place.



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