The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word APPLIQUÉ
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result APPLIQUÉ
- Fancy design that could make IQ leap up?
- Decoration for intelligence bureau finally infiltrating computer firm
- Top cabal after program for needlework design
- I question technology company about material arrangement
- A soft fabric binding linen at first, in sewing technique
- One thing put on another, as brains turn into fruit
- Equip pal to create ornamental work
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The straight part
We know that "sewing technique/sewing technique" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sewing technique/sewing technique = appliquÉ.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does APPLIQUÉ mean?
APPLIQUÉ noun- A decorative design made by cutting pieces of material and applying them to the surface of another for decoration.
- To decorate something in this way