appliqué
[ ap-li-key ]
/ ˌæp lɪˈkeɪ /
noun
ornamentation, as a cutout design, that is sewn on to or otherwise applied to a piece of material.
work so formed.
a decorative feature, as a sconce, applied to a surface.
verb (used with object), ap·pli·quéd, ap·pli·qué·ing.
to apply as appliqué to.
Origin of appliqué
1835–45; < French: applied, fastened to, past participle of
appliquer to
apply
Words nearby appliqué
applicatory,
applied,
applied anatomy,
applied kinematics,
applied linguistics,
appliqué,
apply,
appmt.,
appoggiatura,
appoint,
appointed
Example sentences from the Web for applique
In braid work and applique, only one stitch must be taken at a time, or else the work will appear puckered.
The Ladies' Work-Table Book |AnonymousIt makes an attractive finish for a hem line and also for finishing the edge in applique.
Handicraft for Girls |Idabelle McGlauflinLike the bead work, the embroidery and applique found on many garments are added "to make pretty."
The Wild Tribes of Davao District, Mindanao |Fay-Cooper Cole
British Dictionary definitions for applique
appliqué
/ (æˈpliːkeɪ) /
noun
a decoration or trimming of one material sewn or otherwise fixed onto another
the practice of decorating in this way
verb -qués, -quéing or -quéd
(tr)
to sew or fix (a decoration) on as an appliqué
Word Origin for appliqué
C18: from French, literally: applied