filagree

/ˌfɪləˈgri/
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Other forms: filagrees

Definitions of filagree
  1. noun
    delicate and intricate ornamentation (usually in gold or silver or other fine twisted wire)
    synonyms: filigree, fillagree
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    type of:
    embellishment
    a superfluous ornament
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