terrazzo

noun

ter·​raz·​zo tə-ˈra-(ˌ)zō  -ˈrät-(ˌ)sō 

: a mosaic flooring consisting of small pieces of marble or granite set in mortar and given a high polish

Examples of terrazzo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Once inside, the store features high ceilings, raw brick, gray terrazzo and metalwork that complements the silk offering as well as the fashion jewelry, perfume, beauty and the men’s and women’s footwear located on the first floor. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026

Vinegar is never safe on marble, travertine, limestone, onyx, terrazzo, and cement or encaustic tile. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2026

Located in Golden Square Mile, the minimalist, three-level home features crisp white walls, light wood floors, and striking gray terrazzo surfaces. — Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 11 Sep. 2026

The space also leans on natural light through Venetian mirrors while Murano glass, Venetian terrazzo floors and Rubelli fabrics connect each space to Venetian tradition and codes. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, literally, terrace, perhaps from Old Occitan terrassa

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for terrazzo

• palazzo