inlaid

adjective

in·​laid ˈin-ˈlād How to pronounce inlaid (audio)
1
a
: set into a surface in a decorative design
tables with inlaid marble
b
: decorated with a design or material set into a surface
a table with an inlaid top
2
of linoleum : having a design that goes all the way through to the backing

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web The polished granite in the entry hall smoothly transitions to a wood floor with an inlaid border accent that continues into the dining room and the home’s three bedrooms. Hartford Courant, 18 Feb. 2023 The billfold fits a good amount of cash and even has an inlaid pocket for change with a flap cover. Brad Lanphear, Men's Health, 15 Jan. 2023 Enjoy notes of leather and pipe tobacco in this solid wood cologne that comes in a reusable wooden case with inlaid brass. Christina Montoya Fiedler, Good Housekeeping, 28 Dec. 2022 Toussaint’s former office now houses custom vitrines featuring straw marquetry in a nod to the inlaid motif of a Cartier vanity case, while two private salons, one swathed in ruby and the other in emerald, bookend the room. Sean Santiago, ELLE Decor, 13 Dec. 2022 Meticulously restored and updated, the home has many original architectural flourishes, like the inlaid wood floors, crown moldings and three fireplaces on the parlor floor and updates, including a media and games room on the lower level. Vivian Marino, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2022 Also, two flagpoles and an inlaid marker showcasing the center's dedication to veterans were installed near the corner of North Water Street and East Kilbourn Avenue. Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 14 Nov. 2022 Think of this Sig Ward Manifest Talisman necklace set with inlaid stones and strung on a paperclip chain as the ultimate in jewelry protection. Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 14 Nov. 2022 The gourmet kitchen features soapstone counters and an Italian marble backsplash with an inlaid mosaic, plus top-of-the-line appliances. Brenda Richardson, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2022 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of inlaid was in 1598

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Cite this Entry

“Inlaid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inlaid. Accessed 27 Mar. 2023.

Kids Definition

inlaid

adjective
in·​laid ˈin-ˈlād How to pronounce inlaid (audio)
1
: set into a surface in a decorative design
tables with inlaid marble
also : decorated with an inlaid design
a table with an inlaid top
2
: having a design that goes all the way through
inlaid linoleum
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