Inlay Definition

inlay
noun
  1. (dentistry) a filling consisting of a solid substance (as gold or porcelain) fitted to a cavity in a tooth and cemented into place
  2. a decoration made by fitting pieces of wood into prepared slots in a surface
verb
  1. decorate the surface of by inserting wood, stone, and metal

"Inlay" in song lyrics

See how inlay is used in real songs:

  • "magic inlay"
    AOL — AOL
  • "puzzle inlay"
    AOL — AOL
  • "majic inlay"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "inlay"

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