FANCYWORK Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

fancywork

noun

Definition of fancywork

as in embroidery

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Noun

The body-contouring gown was transparent from its high neck to its hem, with long sleeves and intricately worked floral embroidery blooming over the bust, navel, hips, and thighs.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026
Other paintings and drawings are reproduced through embroidery, embossing and enameled charms, which adorn decorative chains.

— Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of embroidery

Noun

Updating the existing fleet RTX revealed that operators of existing GTF engines will also have access to some of the durability improvements.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
For many healthcare systems, the next meaningful technology improvement may come from making better use of what’s already there rather than adding another tool.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of improvement

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Funding for the project is included in the city’s operating and maintenance budget under community enhancement funds, according to the staff report.

— Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 22 Sep. 2026
Masons, carvers and conservators all work towards the preservation and enhancement and even creation of heritage, but as experience and knowledge grows so a gradual almost imperceptible transition occurs.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of enhancement

Noun

On Thursday, however, Pezeshkian indicated Tehran would be open to lowering its enrichment levels and allowing outside verification as part of an effort to ease nuclear tensions.

— Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026
The higher enrichment also unlocks higher fuel burnup limits.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of enrichment

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