1. gold embroidery or decorative trim, especially on ecclesiastical vestments
Usage: archaic

Examples

• The priest’s vestments were adorned with elaborate orfray around the edges.
• Medieval manuscripts often depicted religious figures wearing robes with golden orfray.
• The ancient chasuble featured intricate orfray work that had been preserved for centuries.
• Skilled artisans created the delicate orfray using threads of pure gold.
• The museum’s collection included several examples of Byzantine orfray from the 12th century.