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Definition of Openwork
1. Noun. Ornamental work (such as embroidery or latticework) having a pattern of openings.
Definition of Openwork
1. n. Anything so constructed or manufactured (in needlework, carpentry, metal work, etc.) as to show openings through its substance; work that is perforated or pierced.
Definition of Openwork
1. Noun. Any of several forms of metalwork or needlework having decorative openings ¹
2. Noun. (mining) A quarry; an open cut. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Openwork
1. ornamental or structural work containing numerous openings [n -S]
Medical Definition of Openwork
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1. Anything so constructed or manufactured (in needlework, carpentry, metal work, etc) as to show openings through its substance; work that is perforated or pierced.
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Openwork
Literary usage of Openwork
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Select Collection of Old Plays: In Twelve Volumes ; with Additional Notes by Isaac Reed, Robert Dodsley, Octavius Gilchrist, John Payne Collier (1825)
"Master openwork. Baboon? then toss me in a blanket Mistress openwork. ...
Master openwork. No; I'll stand the storm now, how fierce so e'er it blow. ..."
2. Old London Silver, Its History, Its Makers and Its Marks by Montague Howard (1903)
"138(1781) At South Kensington Museum Sugar-basins were made to match the creamers,
but are now seldom met with. Sugar-baskets of openwork with glass linings ..."
3. A Select Collection of Old Plays: In Twelve Volumes by Robert Dodsley (1780)
"... openwork. Baboon ? then tofs me in a blanket. ... openwork. This does amaze me.
Oh, God, oh, God, ..."
4. Temple Treasures of Japan by Garrett Chatfield Pier (1914)
"The carved and painted openwork panels of the interior are richly ornamented with
late Kano School floral, bird and animal designs. The vines are especially ..."
5. The Emeryville Shellmound by Max Uhle (1910)
"Since the men make no tightly woven baskets, and the women make very few openwork
baskets, it may be said in general terms that the upward turning of the ..."
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