applique Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a decorative design made of one material sewn over another
  2. verb sew on as a decoration

WordNet

Ap`pli`qué" adjective (Also<
  • Applique
  • Appliqué
)
Etymology
F., fr. appliquer to put on.
Definitions
  1. Ornamented with a pattern (which has been cut out of another color or stuff) applied or transferred to a foundation; as, appliqué lace; appliqué work.

Webster 1913