filigree – delicate, lacelike work of intertwined fine wire typically of gold and silver
(Pronounced fil-ih-gree)
To remember the definition of the word filigree, use the following mnemonic:
Fill it with Greek (filigree) statues and delicate lace-like work of intertwined gold wire.
Examples of filigree in a sentence
The ruby was surrounded by intricate silver filigree.
The filigree on the artefact was worn and barely visible now.
He spent years learning how to craft intricate filigree.
