parquetry

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The technique of applying wooden tiles or veneers to create a decorative geometrical pattern on floors, furniture etc.

Pronunciation

/ˈpɑɹkɪtɹi/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-parquetry.wav

Word forms

parquetry parquetries

Etymology

From parquet + -ry.

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