inlaid

adjective

in·​laid ˈin-ˈlād 

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

Examples of inlaid in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Each desk has an ornate carving of an inlaid diamond on the front. —Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 17 Feb. 2026

The living room/bedroom is all lovely arches and warm wooden millwork, including what looks like an inlaid wood medallion on the floor. —Katie McDonough, Curbed, 16 Feb. 2026

Paisley pointed left, to a row of closed metal doors, each with a flat inlaid screen. —Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025

For a modern and minimal look, Dimplex’s inlaid electric fireplace has an elegant design, with customizable and hyper-realistic faux flames to fit whatever the vibe. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for inlaid

• afraid
• allayed
• arcade
• arrayed
• assayed
• barmaid
• betrayed
• blockade
• bridesmaid
• brigade
• brocade
• buffeted

Kids Definition

inlaid

adjective

in·​laid ˈin-ˈlād 

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