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gadrooned

gadrooned

1 9.9
Decorated with a row of rounded bumps along the edge
  • adjective
  • /ɡædˈrun/
: gadrooneado
  • The vase was gadrooned, giving it a distinctive and elegant appearance.

Examples

  • They admired the gadrooned molding along the ceiling of the historic house.

  • I admire the gadrooned details on this silver plate.

  • The silver tray featured a gadrooned edge that caught the light beautifully.

  • The gadrooned vase sat elegantly on the mantel.

  • The antique vase was beautifully gadrooned, showcasing its elegant curves and intricate design.

  • The silver bowl featured gadrooned edges that added a touch of sophistication to the table setting.

  • At the art exhibit, visitors admired the gadrooned details on the wooden sculptures, highlighting the craftsmanship involved.

Synonyms

fluted
vsgadrooned
4 6.5

Having long, rounded grooves along its surface

is arranged as short rounded convex curves in a repeating series
reeded
vsgadrooned
1 7.2

A surface that has raised parallel lines used for decoration or better grip

is formed of rounded convex curves rather than narrow raised ridges

How Decorative

ornate
  • Literature
25 7.0
elaborate
184 4.9
gadrooned
1 9.9
molded
  • US
11 4.2
plain
33 2.5

Surface Forms

gadrooned positive

Morphology

gadrooned = gadroon (transparent) = gadroon + ed

Formed by the base 'gadroon' plus the adjectival/past-participial suffix '-ed'; the relation is a straightforward morphological addition.

Etymology

The word gadrooned comes from the older noun gadroon, a name for a row of rounded, grooved shapes used on metal, wood, or glass. Think of a ring of small 'bulges' or beads around a tray or vase, and that's why a gadrooned object has an elegant, curved edge.