frilled
/frild/
Definition
Adjective: * Having decorative ruffles or frills. This describes something that is trimmed, edged, or decorated with a gathered or pleated strip of fabric (a frill) to create a wavy, ornamental border.
Usage
The word "frilled" is used to describe clothing, accessories, or fabric items that feature frills as a decorative element. It often conveys a sense of being ornate, old-fashioned, or feminine. * It is typically placed before the noun it modifies (e.g., a frilled dress). * It can be used in comparative and superlative forms (more frilled, most frilled).
Examples
- The little girl wore a frilled white pinafore.
- The Victorian blouse had frilled cuffs and a high collar.
- The lampshade was made of frilled silk.
- The costume included a frilled shirt, reminiscent of the 18th century.
Advanced Usage
- "frilled lizard": The common name for , an Australian lizard known for the large, frill-like flap of skin around its neck, which it erects when threatened.
- The frilled lizard is a fascinating reptile native to northern Australia.
Variants and Related Words
- Frill (noun): A strip of cloth, lace, etc., gathered or pleated on one edge and used as a decorative trim.
- The dress was adorned with lace frills.
- Frilly (adjective): Having many frills; very ornate or fussy. This is a more common and sometimes more critical synonym for "frilled."
- She prefers simple designs over frilly ones.
Synonyms
- Ruffled
- Fringed (when the fringe is gathered or pleated)
- Flounced
- Ornamented
- Decorated
Antonyms
- Plain
- Unadorned
- Simple
- Unembellished
Adjective
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having decorative ruffles or frills
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