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gadrooned

gadrooned

9.9
Decorated with a row of rounded bumps along the edge
  • adjective
  • /ɡædˈrun/
translation icon : 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
6.5

Having long, rounded grooves along its surface

is arranged as short rounded convex curves in a repeating series
reeded
vsgadrooned
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
26 7.0
elaborate
179 4.9
gadrooned
9.9
molded
  • US
4.2
plain
50 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.