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INLAYING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Inlaying.

Inlaying - as a noun

(dentistry) a filling consisting of a solid substance (as gold or porcelain) fitted to a cavity in a tooth and cemented into place

A decoration made by fitting pieces of wood into prepared slots in a surface

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decorationornamentornamentation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Inlaying - as a verb

Decorate the surface of by inserting wood, stone, and metal

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adornbeautifydecorateembellishgraceornament
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He was inlaying the delicate pieces of mother-of-pearl into the wooden table."
"The craftsman spent hours inlaying the intricate design onto the guitar's fretboard."
"The jeweler specialized in inlaying precious gemstones into silver and gold jewelry."
"They are currently inlaying the marble tiles onto the bathroom walls."
"The cabinetmaker is known for his expertise in inlaying intricate patterns onto furniture."
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Word Game Points

Is INLAYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, inlaying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INLAYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is INLAYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, inlaying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INLAYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is INLAYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, inlaying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INLAYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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