as in ornamentation
decoration that consists of delicate and complicated designs made of fine gold or silver wire
a surface decorated with filigree and pearls
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as in to ribbon
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Recent Examples of filigree
Alex Davies, WIRED, 19 Aug. 2019
In contrast to the historic skyscraper’s filigreed crown of flying buttresses and pinnacles, the top of the new one would consist of curving glass walls extending beyond the building’s occupied floors.
—Blair Kamin and Ryan Ori, chicagotribune.com, 16 Apr. 2018
Sandra Jordan, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
There were also some production filigrees that evoked Owens’ old stomping grounds, such as quick shots of reporters on the ground telling viewers to stay tuned for their coming stories.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 27 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Another helpful move was using what Bugatti calls filigree side view mirrors, which let air pass through them.
—Alex Davies, WIRED, 19 Aug. 2019
In contrast to the historic skyscraper’s filigreed crown of flying buttresses and pinnacles, the top of the new one would consist of curving glass walls extending beyond the building’s occupied floors.
—Blair Kamin and Ryan Ori, chicagotribune.com, 16 Apr. 2018
Verb
But most of his filigree is sold from his studio and many are custom orders.
—Sandra Jordan, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
There were also some production filigrees that evoked Owens’ old stomping grounds, such as quick shots of reporters on the ground telling viewers to stay tuned for their coming stories.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for filigree
Noun
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This interplay underscored a broader theme: form itself can be a form of ornamentation.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
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Around her neck, a rope of heavy onyx beads provided practical ornamentation.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The road that ribbons through the foothills rises and twists like the tail of a cat.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
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Here’s a peek at the new flavors and some of the ingredients that inspired them: Lemon curd & whey This light and citrusy flavor uses whey as a substitute for lemon juice to make lemon curd that ribbons throughout the ice cream base.—
oregonlive,
oregonlive,
24 May 2023
Noun
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The event features nearly two dozen local artisans and small businesses selling their goods, ranging from ornaments, decor and jewelry to soaps, quilts and baked goods.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Humphrey merch popped up — hats, T-shirts, Christmas ornaments and even shot glasses went up for sale at bait shops and gas stations.—
Helen Harlan,
Sacbee.com,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Suddenly an entire generation wanted to lace up ice skates, fueling a new wave of talent that began passing through the Hornets’ program.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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Nestled on over three acres laced with mature maple trees, near the private Sedgewood Club offering lake, golf, and tennis access, the Colonial structure’s white wood-sided facade is accented with rows of black-shuttered windows.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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One is of Hyland striking an elegant pose in a voluminous purple dress decked in glitter and rhinestones.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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Their white glitter, a pulse of light.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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It’s woven with a 100-percent wool material with durable seamed edges and fringe on each end.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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Studded and fringed suede jackets at Etro and oversize leather bombers at Versace.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Ugg Classic Short Crescent Fashion Boot Between a soft upper, a subtle yet detailed embroidery design, and interior wool lining, these Ugg boots are downright cozy.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
8 Oct. 2025
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People are still talking about Galliano’s famous Absinthe dress for Dior, a fluid column detailed with chinoiserie embroidery that Kidman wore to the 1997 Oscars.—
Wendell Steavenson,
Vogue,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But one of the building’s façades is still a temporary wall, lacking the elaborate statues and adornments that will one day garland it.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
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Ana Swanson and Lazaro Gamio Selfies From the Front: Inside the ‘V.I.P.’ Brigade for Ambitious Russian Officials After a stint with a drone unit led by a member of Parliament, Russian officials return to work, and promotions, garlanded as war veterans.—
Lazaro Gamio Nataliya Vasilyeva Ryan Francis Bradley Ilham Ahmed,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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“Filigree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filigree. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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