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noun
A fine engraved pattern of spirals, intertwining bands, etc.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
The tool used to create such work.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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verb
To decorate with intersecting curved lines.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
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noun
an architectural decoration formed by two intersecting wavy bands
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: architectural ornament
History
From French guilloche.
Across languages
4 source translations are retained for this English entry.
