perdifoil

/pɛrˈdiːfoʊɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ornamental edge or border, especially in metalwork, with a combination of pierced and solid elements.

“The artist used a unique perdifoil pattern on the edge of the silver cup.”

Synonyms

  • filigree
  • ornamentation

Antonyms

  • plainness
  • simplicity