embossed Definition
- 1having a raised design or pattern on the surface
- 2decorated with or having raised ornamentation, as in paper, leather, etc.
Using embossed: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "embossed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The wedding invitation was embossed with gold lettering.
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The book cover was embossed with an intricate design.
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The artist embossed the paper with a floral pattern.
embossed Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with embossed
Example
He bought a new wallet made of embossed leather.
stationery that has been printed with a raised design or pattern
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She wrote a thank-you note on embossed stationery.
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The diploma had an embossed seal at the bottom.
Origins of embossed
from Middle French 'embocer', meaning 'to thrust in'
Summary: embossed in Brief
'Embossed' [em-bawst, -bohst] describes a surface that has a raised design or pattern, often used in decorative contexts. Examples include embossed leather and embossed stationery. The term also refers to a raised emblem stamped on a document as a mark of authenticity, known as an embossed seal.
