Definition of inlay
inlaid
play \(ˌ)in-ˈlād, ˈin-ˌlād\;inlaying
transitive verb
1a : to set into a surface or ground materialb : to adorn with insertionsc : to insert (something, such as a color plate) into a mat or other reinforcement
2 : to rub, beat, or fuse (something, such as wire) into an incision in metal, wood, or stone
inlayer
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1596
First Known Use of inlay
1596
Definition of inlay
1 : inlaid work or a decorative inlaid pattern
2 : a tooth filling shaped to fit a cavity and then cemented into place
Examples of inlay in a Sentence
The cabinet doors are decorated with inlays.
1667
First Known Use of inlay
1667
INLAY Defined for English Language Learners
inlay
playDefinition of inlay for English Language Learners
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: to set pieces of wood, metal, etc., into the surface of (something) for decoration
inlay
playDefinition of inlay for English Language Learners
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: material that is set into the surface of something for decoration : inlaid material
INLAY Defined for Kids
Definition of inlay for Students
inlaid
\-ˈlād\;inlaying
: to set into a surface for decoration or strengthening
Definition of inlay for Students
: inlaid work : material used in inlaying
Medical Dictionary
inlay
playMedical Definition of inlay
1: a tooth filling shaped to fit a cavity and then cemented into place
2: a piece of tissue (as bone) laid into the site of missing tissue to cover a defect
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