Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of openwork weave or lattice: Refers to a panel, fence, or netting woven or constructed with a pattern that leaves relatively wide, open holes. These holes are typically square or hexagonal in shape.
   • Wickerwork / Trelliswork: Specifically describes a crisscross or open mesh pattern, often made from materials like bamboo, wood, or wire.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Hàng rào mắt cáo bằng tre rất thông thoáng. (The bamboo lattice fence is very airy.)
  • Túi xách này được đan theo kiểu mắt cáo. (This handbag is woven in an openwork style.)
  • Anh ấy lắp một tấm lưới mắt cáo để ngăn chim. (He installed a wire mesh net to block birds.)

Advanced Usage

• "đan mắt cáo": to weave in an openwork/lattice pattern.
  • Nghệ nhân đan mắt cáo những chiếc giỏ rất đẹp. (The artisan weaves baskets with a very beautiful lattice pattern.)

Variants and Related Words

• Lưới mắt cáo (n): wire mesh, netting with a lattice pattern.

  • Cửa sổ có lưới mắt cáo chống muỗi. (The window has an anti-mosquito wire mesh.)

• Hàng rào mắt cáo (n): lattice fence.

  • Hàng rào mắt cáo thép rất chắc chắn. (The steel lattice fence is very sturdy.)

Synonyms

• Lattice: a structure of crossed strips with open spaces between.
• Mesh: material made of a network of wire or thread.
• Openwork: ornamental work with patterns of openings and holes.
• Trellis: a framework of light wooden or metal bars, chiefly used as a support for plants.

Related Concepts

• Geometric Pattern: The term specifically implies a repeated geometric pattern of open spaces, such as a grid or honeycomb shape, rather than a solid or tightly woven surface.