inlaying

Meanings

• noun

  The art of decorating various surfaces, especially furniture, by embedding small pieces of material in a matrix or ground substance.

  - "The cabinet's inlaying is quite intricate and beautiful."
  - "The antique chest features elaborate inlaying."

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Variants

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inlaid , inlay , inlayer , inlayers , inlaying , inlays

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Etymology

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Derived from the Old French word 'enlaidier', meaning 'to lay in'.

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Trivia

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1. Inlaying was a popular decorative technique during the Renaissance period.

2. Some of the most intricate inlaying can be found on ancient Egyptian furniture.

3. Inlaying can be done using a wide variety of materials, including wood, metal, glass, and even precious stones.

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Related Concepts

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1. Marquetry: A type of inlaying that uses veneers or thin pieces of wood, often intricately cut and shaped, to form decorative patterns.

2. Intaglio: A printing technique that involves incising lines into a surface, often used in the creation of detailed, raised designs.

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Culture

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Inlaying has been practiced for centuries in various cultures, including Chinese, Indian, Persian, and European. It has been used to decorate furniture, boxes, jewelry, and even architecture.

How to Memorize "inlaying"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a piece of furniture with small pieces of material embedded into it, creating intricate designs.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'inlaying' with the image of a beautiful, intricately decorated piece of furniture or jewelry.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Inlaying Is A Lovely Art' to remember the meaning of the word.

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