lacery

/ˈlækri/ or /ˈleɪsri/ (LAC-ree or LAY-sree)

Definitions

1. noun

A form of lace or a lace-like decorative element, especially in architecture or textiles.

“The intricate lacery on the church’s ceiling was a masterpiece of medieval craftsmanship.”

Synonyms

  • lacework
  • ornamentation

Antonyms

  • brutality
  • coarseness