Associations to the word «Filigree»
Noun
- Enamel
- Stone
- Earring
- Swirl
- Jewelry
- Engraving
- Verandah
- Ornament
- Jewellery
- Design
- Coil
- Style
- Bracelet
- Buttons
- Basket
- Platinum
- Necklace
- Pearl
- Clasp
- Lace
- Bead
- Jewel
- Decoration
- Silver
- Emerald
- Gem
- Gold
- Tray
- Pattern
- Carving
- Thread
- Border
- Staircase
- Shadow
- Strand
- Ruby
- Pin
- Chain
- Plate
- Ring
- Arch
- Metal
- Cone
- Wire
- Knot
- Horn
- Dish
- Dress
- Technique
- Frame
- Robe
- Panel
- Federation
- Shape
- Holder
Adjective
Adverb
Wiktionary
FILIGREE, noun. A delicate and intricate ornamentation made from gold or silver (or sometimes other metal) twisted wire.
FILIGREE, noun. A design resembling such intricate ornamentation.
FILIGREE, verb. (transitive) To decorate something with intricate ornamentation made from gold or silver twisted wire.
Dictionary definition
FILIGREE, noun. Delicate and intricate ornamentation (usually in gold or silver or other fine twisted wire).
FILIGREE, verb. Make filigree, as with a precious metal.
Wise words
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