parquetry

English

Etymology

From parquet +‎ -ry.

Pronunciation

  • (General American) IPA(key): /ˈpɑɹkɪtɹi/
  • Audio (Southern England):(file)

Noun

parquetry (usually uncountable, plural parquetries)

  1. The technique of applying wooden tiles or veneers to create a decorative geometrical pattern on floors, furniture etc.
    The new ballroom floor is a marvellous example of parquetry.
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