Associations to the word «Openwork»

Wiktionary

OPENWORK, noun. Any of several forms of metalwork or needlework having decorative openings
OPENWORK, noun. (mining) A quarry; an open cut.
OPENWORK STOCKING, noun. (historical) A type of stocking having decorative gaps in the fabric.
OPENWORK STOCKINGS, noun. Plural of openwork stocking

Dictionary definition

OPENWORK, noun. Ornamental work (such as embroidery or latticework) having a pattern of openings.

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley