Definition of parquetry

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par·quet·ry

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NOUN:
pl. par·quet·ries

Inlay of wood, often of different colors, that is worked into a geometric pattern or mosaic and is used especially for floors.

ETYMOLOGY:
French parqueterie, from parquet ; see parquet

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