fluted

adjective

flut·​ed ˈflü-təd How to pronounce fluted (audio)
Synonyms of flutednext
: having or marked by grooves

Examples of fluted in a Sentence

The mansion has six fluted columns across the porch.
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Unlike the low, fluted crest atop the cranium of Spinosaurus from Egypt, called Spinosaurus aegyptiacus, this bone swept upward and backward over the orbital – the space for the eyes. Paul C. Sereno, The Conversation, 16 Mar. 2026 Complementing the face is a 36 mm case, a fluted bezel, and a President bracelet in 18-karat yellow gold. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2026 The bathroom comes with a fluted marble tub fitted with underwater jets and twin vanities stocked with separate his-and-hers Acqua di Parma bath and skincare amenities. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026 Nominated for Best Comedy Album, funny lady Ali Wong served up some serious style in a chartreuse sequin embellished corseted dress with fluted train from Vivienne Westwood. Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 1 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluted

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fluted was in 1611

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“Fluted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fluted. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.

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