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broderie anglaise
(bro|derie an|glaise)
Pronunciation:
/ˌbrəʊd(ə)rɪ ˈɒ̃gleɪz/
noun
[
mass noun
]
open embroidery, typically in floral patterns, on fine white cotton or linen:
[
as modifier
]
:
a nightgown with broderie anglaise trim
Origin:
mid 19th century
: French
, literally 'English embroidery'
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