n. a decoration made by fitting pieces of wood or ivory or etc. into prepared slots in a surface; v. decorate the surface of by inserting wood or stone or metal
The new tile has a fancy inlay.
The new tile has a fancy inlay.
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The celadon vase has a circle inlay of cranes with black and white designs.
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decoration; ornamentation;decorate; adorn
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in-lay
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