embroidering
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪmˈbrɔɪdərɪŋ/
KK: /ɪmˈbroɪdərɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A decorative design made by stitching patterns onto fabric using thread.
Example
She spent the afternoon embroidering a beautiful pattern on her dress.
Conversation
Have you seen my new pillow? I embroidering it with flowers took so much time!
Wow, that sounds amazing! I love embroidering too, it’s so relaxing.
Yeah, I find it really satisfying to see the finished piece.
Definitely! It's a great way to express creativity.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
stitching
decorating
adornment
Antonyms
plainness
simplicity
baldness
verb
Definition
The action of decorating fabric with needle and thread to create designs or patterns.
Example
She enjoys embroidering beautiful patterns on her clothes.
Tense Forms
Past: embroidered
Past Participle: embroidered
Conversation
I saw you embroidering that pillow the other day, it looked beautiful!
Thanks! I really enjoy embroidering in my free time.
I should try it too; it seems like a fun hobby.
Root Explanation
Embroidering → It is formed from "embroider" (from Old French *enbroder*, meaning to ornament with needlework) and "-ing" (a suffix indicating the action or process). The word "embroidering" refers to the action of decorating fabric with needle and thread.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word for ornamenting with needlework — that's what embroidering means, the action of adding decorative stitches to fabric.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.