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Definition of Applique
1. Noun. A decorative design made of one material sewn over another.
2. Verb. Sew on as a decoration.
Generic synonyms: Adorn, Beautify, Decorate, Embellish, Grace, Ornament
Definition of Applique
1. Noun. (arts) a decorative design made by cutting pieces of material and applying them to the surface of another for decoration. ¹
2. Verb. (transitive arts) to decorate something in this way ¹
3. Noun. (arts) (alternative spelling of applique) ¹
4. Verb. (transitive arts) (alternative spelling of applique) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Applique
1. to apply as a decoration to a larger surface [v -QUED, -QUEING, -QUES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Applique
Literary usage of Applique
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The House and Home: A Practical Book by Lyman Abbott (1896)
"Ecclesiastical embroiderers made abundant use of applique in supplying flat masses of
... A common method of preparing designs for modern applique work, ..."
2. Peterson's Magazine (1876)
"It will, therefore, be more indispensable than ever. SPECIMENS of this magazine
are sent gratis, remember, to persons wishing to get up clubs. applique WORK ..."
3. The Craftsman by Gustav Stickley (1905)
"Take such a square as the one here shown —baste the applique in place and the
rest, with the exception of the couched hemline, is simply a plain outline ..."
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