word
French
broderie anglaise
broh-duh-REE ong-GLAYZ
ˌbroʊdəri ɒŋˈɡleɪzListen
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Syllable breakdown
broderieanglaise
Sounds like
Say 'broh-duh-REE ong-GLAYZ'.
Dictionary meaning
Open embroidery on fine white cotton or linen, characteristic of a pattern of eyelet holes.
History and origin
French — 'English embroidery'.
Examples
- The summer blouse was trimmed with broderie anglaise, giving it a delicate, vintage feel.
Common mispronunciations
BROD-er-ee ANG-layzbroh-der-EE ON-glayz
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