Word
inlaid
Phoneticsin·laid
US/ˈɪnˌɫeɪd/
UK/ˈɪnleɪd/
Definition
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.
Examples
“The craftsman inlaid the table with silver patterns.”
“The antique cabinet features a beautifully inlaid design of mother-of-pearl and dark mahogany.”
Examples
simple
“The craftsman inlaid the table with silver patterns.”
contextual
“The antique cabinet features a beautifully inlaid design of mother-of-pearl and dark mahogany.”
Scan code
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