as in to decorate
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
the simple country church has an aura of serene spirituality that is often missing in more embossed houses of worship
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Recent Examples of emboss
The watch is completed with a navy-blue strap with cream contrasting stitching in a composite material embossed with a fabric motif, and a Cubitus fold-over clasp in platinum.
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
At the scene, investigators found car debris including mirror glass, chrome embossed with the word 'Chrysler,' and the car's front license plate.
—Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 17 Oct. 2024
The platinum model is the only reference to come on a strap—made of an ultra-resistant composite material embossed with a fabric motif.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2024
Pets are greeted with a gourmet welcome treat (with their name embossed in peanut butter), amenities (such as a cozy pet bed), and room service for dogs with menu items like Wagyu beef.
—Tiffany Leigh, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2024
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
At the scene, investigators found car debris including mirror glass, chrome embossed with the word 'Chrysler,' and the car's front license plate.
—Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 17 Oct. 2024
The platinum model is the only reference to come on a strap—made of an ultra-resistant composite material embossed with a fabric motif.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2024
Pets are greeted with a gourmet welcome treat (with their name embossed in peanut butter), amenities (such as a cozy pet bed), and room service for dogs with menu items like Wagyu beef.
—Tiffany Leigh, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2024
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“Emboss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emboss. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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