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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A massive Ruhlmann sideboard, first made in 1920, is inlaid with an ivory marquetry pattern that suggests—to me, least—soap bubbles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025
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
“This was the main production case for the Grateful Dead,” says Scriven, brushing his hand reverently over its polished wooden surface, inlaid with the Dead’s 13-point lightning bolt insignia.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2024
His bright yellow armor was inlaid with jet in elaborate vine-and-leaf patterns, and a cloak sewn from raven feathers draped his thin shoulders.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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