brocade

[ broh-keyd ]

noun

1. fabric woven with an elaborate design, especially one having a raised overall pattern.

verb (used with object)

, bro·cad·ed, bro·cad·ing.

1. to weave with a raised design or figure.

brocade

/ brəʊˈkeɪd /

noun

1. 1. a rich fabric woven with a raised design, often using gold or silver threads
   2. ( as modifier )

      brocade curtains

verb

1. tr to weave with such a design

Other Words From

• unbro·caded adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of brocade¹

1555–65; earlier brocado < Spanish < Italian broccato embossed (fabric), past participle of broccare, derivative of brocco twisted thread, shoot < Late Latin; broach

Word History and Origins

Origin of brocade¹

C17: from Spanish brocado , from Italian broccato embossed fabric, from brocco spike, from Latin brochus projecting; see broach ¹

Example Sentences

Best known for his use of lotus and peacock motifs, Bal used rich fabrics like velvet and brocade - his designs were elaborate, inspired by Indian grandeur and royalty.

From BBC

A few brocade throw pillows lie atop the spread to complete the earth-tone look.

From Los Angeles Times

A few brocade throw pillows lie atop the spread to complete the earth-tone look.

From Los Angeles Times

Mattel duplicated everything the then 20-year-old medalist wore at the Olympics in Albertville, France: the sparkling black-and-gold brocade outfit designed by Lauren Sheehan, the gold hair ribbon and even a red-and-white bouquet like Yamaguchi held atop the podium.

From Seattle Times

Experts also detected the image of a foot beneath a brocade dress on the left panel, featuring St. Michael the Archangel, and owned by the National Gallery, London, suggesting a kneeling central figure of the Virgin.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• decoration
• lace
• needlepoint
• quilting
• tapestry