Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inlay
verb
/ˈɪn.leɪ/
Definition
To set or insert a material into a surface, forming a pattern or design.
Examples
- Artisans often inlay precious stones into wood for stunning furniture designs.
- The craftsmen decided to inlay silver into the leather to enhance its beauty.
- He learned how to inlay images into the glass using careful techniques.
Meaning
Inlay commonly refers to the technique of embedding one material into another surface, often for decorative purposes.
Synonyms
- embed
- insert
- embed
- set
