brocade

noun

bro·​cade brō-ˈkād 

1

: a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver

2

: a fabric characterized by raised designs

brocade transitive verb

brocaded

brō-ˈkā-dəd 

adjective

Examples of brocade in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To add to the exclusivity, a selection of women’s styles will debut at the pop-up, including day-to-night separates in silks and wools, with brocade and argyle patterns, as well as outerwear in a range of materials ideal for the coming winter months—such as leather, shearling, and mohair. —Amanda Lauren, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025

Fabrics treated with Tough Cotton Technology enhance the sturdiness of canvas fabrics, while tonal inserts, brocade and floral patterns keep the jackets visually soft. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025

Donning a matching brocade set from the line, Cleveland was the host of a dinner that celebrated the collection here on Wednesday. —Sandra Salibian, WWD, 31 Oct. 2024

According to Lorimer, the floral revolution starts with substance that include heavier fabrics, brocade detailing, and textured prints that bring dimension and staying power. —Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

Spanish brocado, from Catalan brocat, from Italian broccato, from broccare to spur, brocade, from brocco small nail, from Latin broccus projecting

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for brocade

• afraid
• allayed
• arcade
• arrayed
• assayed
• barmaid
• betrayed
• blockade
• bridesmaid
• brigade
• buffeted
• cascade

Kids Definition

brocade

noun

bro·​cade brō-ˈkād 

: a cloth with a raised design woven into it

brocaded

-ˈkād-əd

adjective