embroidering
|em/broi/der/ing|
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/ɪmˈbrɔɪdərɪŋ/
(embroider)
decorate with needlework
Etymology
Etymology Information
'embroider' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'broder', where 'brod' meant 'edge' or 'border'.
Historical Evolution
'broder' transformed into the Middle English word 'embrouderen', and eventually became the modern English word 'embroider'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to decorate with a border', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to decorate with needlework'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the present participle form of 'embroider'.
She is embroidering a beautiful pattern on the fabric.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 17:08