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tracery

/ˈtreɪsəri/
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Other forms: traceries

Definitions of tracery
  1. noun
    decoration consisting of an open pattern of interlacing ribs
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    types:
    fan tracery
    the carved tracery on fan vaulting
    type of:
    decoration, ornament, ornamentation
    something used to beautify
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