Meaning Of The Word Filigree

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Filigree Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Filigree?

filigree
The word filigree is used to refer to delicate ornamental designs made with gold or silver wire.

filigree in American English
delicate, lacelike ornamental work of intertwined wire of gold, silver, etc.
like, made of, or made into filigree
to ornament with filigree
adjective: composed of or resembling filigree
noun: delicate ornamental work of fine silver, gold, or other metal wires, esp. lacy jewelers' work of scrolls and arabesques
transitive verb: to adorn with or form into filigree

filigree in British English
adjective: made of or as if with filigree
noun: delicate ornamental work of twisted gold, silver, or other wire
verb: to decorate with or as if with filigree

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