Definition of "applique" []

• A decorative design made by cutting pieces of material and applying them to the surface of another for decoration. (noun)
• To decorate something in this way (verb)

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• "So I did a central block in applique with Olivia's name (it has one curve!) and piano keys to the outside."
• "Ford's stylists seem to have worked overtime to mitigate this situation by frantically adding numerous "character lines" on the hood and side panels, bumpers that look like they were sawed-off at strange angles, and a silly plastic "applique" on the front fender."
• "Sex toy with paint buildup and glass beads applique. photo © Jaime Rojo"