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fretwork

/ˈfriːtwɜːrk/ noun · British & US
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What does fretwork mean?

noun

Decorative work made with interlacing strips of wood, especially in Gothic architecture, or a pattern of interlacing lines or shapes, especially in art or design.

Example

"The intricate fretwork on the church's ceiling was a masterpiece of medieval craftsmanship."

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