Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

parquet

Noun

/pɑːrˈkeɪ/

Definition

A type of flooring made from wooden blocks arranged in a geometric pattern.

Examples

The living room was beautifully designed with a herringbone parquet floor.
She decided to install parquet flooring in her dining area for a touch of elegance.
The old house still has its original parquet wood floors, which are very rare nowadays.

Meaning

Parquet refers to a decorative wood floor made by fitting together small pieces of wood in intricate designs. It is often used to enhance the aesthetic appeal of a room.