filigree

Meanings

• noun

  Decorative work consisting of intricate patterns formed by weaving or knitting fine wires, threads, or strips of metal or other materials.

  - "The filigree on the antique jewelry was exquisite."
  - "The filigree design on the cake decoration was impressive."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈfɪl.ɪ.ɡɹiː/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1550744"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with filigree
fleury , fleury-dyed , fleury-patterned

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Variants

List of all variants of filigree that leads to same result
filigree , filigrees , filigreed , filigreeing

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Etymology

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Originally from the Latin word 'filigrana' which means 'thread of silver'.

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Trivia

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1. Filigree is often used in combination with other techniques like granulation and chasing.

2. Filigree was commonly used in ancient Rome and Greece for making intricate jewelry and decorative objects.

3. Filigree is also used in modern technology for making miniature electronic components.

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Related Concepts

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1. Gold filigree: A type of filigree made primarily from gold wires.

2. Silver filigree: A type of filigree made primarily from silver wires.

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Culture

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Filigree has been used extensively in various forms of art and craft, particularly in jewelry, metalwork, and textile industries. It is also commonly found in architectural decorations, especially in religious and royal buildings.

How to Memorize "filigree"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine intricate patterns made by weaving or knitting fine threads or wires.

2. associate
   

   - Associate filigree with delicate, intricate, and decorative.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the 'F' in filigree stands for 'Fine' and 'Filament'.

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