filigree
Translation
filigree
Examples
The brooch was made of delicate silver filigree.
The brooch was made of delicate silver filigree.
She admired the filigree on the antique box.
She admired the filigree on the antique box.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) delicate ornamental work of fine wire The brooch was made of delicate silver filigree.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lace, latticework, fretwork
Etymology
From Latin 'filum' (thread) + 'granum' (grain). Literally 'thread-grain'.
Memory Tips
Imagine delicate patterns made from fine 'files' or 'threads' of metal.