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appliqué

Pronunciation: /əˈpliːkeɪ/
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Definition of appliqué

noun

[mass noun]
  • ornamental needlework in which pieces of fabric are sewn or stuck on to a larger piece to form a picture or pattern: [as modifier]:appliqué table linen

verb (appliqués, appliquéing, appliquéd)

[with object] (usually be appliquéd with)
  • sew or stick pieces of fabric on to (a garment or larger piece of fabric) to form pictures or patterns:the coat is appliquéd with exotic-looking cloth (as adjective appliquéd)19th-century appliquéd silks

Origin:

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

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