n. [ Sp. brocado (cf. It. broccato, F. brocart), fr. LL. brocare *prick, to figure (textile fabrics), to emboss (linen), to stitch. See Broach. ] Silk stuff, woven with gold and silver threads, or ornamented with raised flowers, foliage, etc.; -- also applied to other stuffs thus wrought and enriched. [ 1913 Webster ]
A gala suit of faded brocade. W. Irving. [ 1913 Webster ]
a.
Brocaded flowers o'er the gay mantua shine. Gay. [ 1913 Webster ]