English dictionary
inlay
/'/I/n'l/eI/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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(dentistry) a filling consisting of a solid substance (as gold or porcelain) fitted to a cavity in a tooth and cemented into place
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a decoration made by fitting pieces of wood into prepared slots in a surface
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Matter or pieces of wood, ivory, etc., inlaid, or prepared for inlaying; that which is inserted or inlaid for ornament or variety.
Source: webster1913
verb
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decorate the surface of by inserting wood, stone, and metal
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To lay within; hence, to insert, as pieces of pearl, ivory, choice woods, or the like, in a groundwork of some other material; to form an ornamental surface; to diversify or adorn with insertions.
Source: webster1913