inlaid
v. C1 Advanced US //ˈɪnˌɫeɪd// UK //ˈɪnleɪd// in·laid
v. to put a thin layer of a different material, like wood or metal, into a surface to make it look better. You often see this on furniture or jewelry.
v. to embed a thin layer of a decorative material into a surface, such as wood, stone, or metal. Often used in the context of furniture-making or jewelry design to create intricate patterns.
The craftsman inlaid the table with silver patterns.
The antique cabinet features a beautifully inlaid design of mother-of-pearl and dark mahogany.