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parquetry

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • General-American: /ˈpɑɹkɪtɹi/
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1

noun

Meaning 1

The technique of applying wooden tiles or veneers to create a decorative geometrical pattern on floors, furniture etc.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

Examples

  • The new ballroom floor is a marvellous example of parquetry.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a patterned wood inlay used to cover a floor

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: parqueterie

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: floor cover, floor covering, inlay

History

Etymology

From parquet + -ry.