inlaid
Americanadjective
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set into the surface of something.
an inlaid design on a chest.
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decorated or made with a design set into the surface.
an inlaid table.
adjective
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set in the surface, as a design in wood
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having such a design or inlay
an inlaid table
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of inlaid
First recorded in 1590–1600; past participle of inlay
Example Sentences
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Spectacular celadons in forms that imitate lotuses, gourds or melons decorated with delicate inlaid and under-carved designs demonstrate peak Goryeo dynasty craftsmanship.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 6, 2026
The boy king's gold-covered sarcophagus and his burial mask, inlaid with lapis lazuli, will take centre stage at Saturday's opening.
From Barron's ● Oct. 31, 2025
A small thing of beauty, inlaid with a delicate mosaic.
From BBC ● Dec. 23, 2024
That untitled 1973 work is a table inlaid with a tile mural depicting an Aztec couple and the Tree of Wisdom.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2024
The box was carved wood, its mother-of-pearl lid inlaid with jasper and chalcedony.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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