parquetry

par·quet·ry

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [pahr-ki-tree]
- /ˈpɑr kɪ tri/
- /ˈpɑːk.ɪ.trɪ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pahr-ki-tree]
- /ˈpɑr kɪ tri/

Definitions of parquetry word

noun parquetry mosaic work of wood used for floors, wainscoting, etc.; marquetry. 1
noun parquetry a geometric pattern of inlaid pieces of wood, often of different kinds, esp as used to cover a floor or to ornament furniture 0
noun parquetry inlaid woodwork in geometric forms, usually of contrasting woods, used esp. in flooring 0

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Origin of parquetry

First appearance:

before 1835

One of the 34% newest English words

From the French word parqueterie, dating back to 1835-45. See parquet, -ery

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Parts of speech for Parquetry

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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parquetry popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 54% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for parquetry

noun parquetry

applique — Applique is the craft of sewing fabric shapes onto larger pieces of cloth. You can also use applique to refer to things you make using this craft.
arabesque — An arabesque is a position in ballet dancing. The dancer stands on one leg with their other leg lifted and stretched out backwards, and their arms stretched out in front of them.
curlicue — Curlicues are decorative twists and curls, usually carved or made with a pen.
decoration — The decoration of a room is its furniture, wallpaper, and ornaments.
fandangle — elaborate ornament

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