embroidery embroidery /ɛmˈbrɔɪdɝi/

noun

1. Decorative needlework  ( embroidery , fancywork )
   decorative needlework
   
   
2. Elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail  ( embellishment , embroidery )
   elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail
    The mystery has been heightened by many embellishments in subsequent retellings
   the mystery has been heightened by many embellishments in subsequent retellings