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filigree

UK
/ˈfɪlɪɡriː/
US
/ˈfɪləˌɡri/

Translations

filigreeadjective
Used attributively to modify nouns (e.g., "a filigree pattern").
Synonyms
intricate
delicate
lacy
ornate
elaborate
dainty
fanciful
lace-like
openwork
decorative
airy
ornamented
filigreenoun
filigrees
pl
The jeweler crafted a beautiful necklace with intricate filigree.
Ювелир изготовил красивое ожерелье с изысканной филигранью.
Additional translations
узор
ажур
орнамент
декор
Synonyms
design
lacework
decoration
ornamentation
workmanship
pattern
intricacy
filigreeverb
filigreed
Past Simple
filigreed
Past Participle
filigreeing
Gerund
UK
/ˈfɪlɪɡriː/
US
/ˈfɪləˌɡri/
The artisan filigrees the silver to create intricate designs.
Мастер филигранит серебро, чтобы создать замысловатые узоры.
Synonyms
encrust
ornament
beautify
embroider (figuratively)
lace (as a verb)
adorn
decorate
embellish

Definitions

filigreeadjective
Made of or decorated with filigree; delicately intricate in appearance.
She wore a filigree silver necklace that shimmered in the candlelight.
filigreenoun
Ornamental work of fine wire formed into delicate tracery, often used in jewelry and other decorative items.
The antique brooch was adorned with intricate filigree that caught the light beautifully.
A design resembling such fine ornamental work, often used metaphorically to describe something delicate and intricate.
The novel's plot was a filigree of interwoven stories and complex characters.
filigreeverb
To adorn or decorate with delicate ornamental work of fine silver, gold, or other metal wires.
The artisan filigreed the edges of the jewelry box with intricate patterns.
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