fluted

adjective

flut·​ed ˈflü-təd How to pronounce fluted (audio)
: having or marked by grooves

Examples of fluted in a Sentence

The mansion has six fluted columns across the porch.
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While its design is optically understated, the fluted sides were designed to resemble a paper plate, giving it an inherent cool factor. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Mar. 2025 The initial reference offered a 36 mm 18-karat yellow gold Oyster case with a fluted bezel. Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2025 Pair with a Neutral Palette Don’t underestimate the power of fluted tile. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Jan. 2025 The upper fronts were designed with fluted glass, but were revised to feature mesh-screen fronts. Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 29 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fluted

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fluted was in 1611

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“Fluted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fluted. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.

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