APPLIQUE | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Appliqu%C3%A9

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

mid 18th century: from French, past participle of appliquer ‘apply’, from Latin applicare (see apply)

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: əˈpliːkeɪ
Dialects: British English
Definition:

ornamental needlework in which pieces of fabric are sewn or stuck on to a larger piece to form a picture or pattern

Short Definition:

ornamental needlework

Examples:
  • appliqué table linen

Word: Appliqu%C3%A9

Speech Type: Verb

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: əˈpliːkeɪ
Dialects: British English
Definition:

decorate (a garment or larger piece of fabric) with pieces of fabric to form pictures or patterns

Short Definition:

sew

Examples:
  • the coat is appliquéd with exotic-looking cloth

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