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vermiculated

/vərˈmɪk.jə.leɪ.tɪd/

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adjective

/vərˈmɪk.jə.leɪ.tɪd/formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, описывающее что-то, покрытое волнистыми червеобразными линиями или узорами.

An obsolete adjective describing something that is marked with wavy, worm-like lines or patterns.

  1. Decorated with wormlike traceryC2formalart

    Marked or ornamented with wavy, worm-like lines or patterns.

    ruУкрашенный червеобразным орнаментом

    • The ancient pottery was beautifully vermiculated with intricate designs.
    • The vermiculated pattern on the stonework resembled crawling vines.
    • Art historians admired the vermiculated details on the cathedral's columns.
Forms
  • more vermiculated comparative form
  • most vermiculated superlative form

verb

vermiculate/vərˈmɪk.jʊ.leɪt/formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревший глагол, означающий инкрустировать или украшать узором, напоминающим следы червей или вермишель; также используется в переносном смысле для обозначения проникновения или втирания в доверие.

An obsolete verb meaning to inlay or adorn with a pattern resembling worm tracks or vermicelli; also used figuratively to mean to insinuate or worm one's way into something.

  1. Decorate with wavy linesC2formalart

    To ornament or mark with wavy, winding, or worm-like lines or patterns.

    ruУкрашать волнистыми линиями

    • The artisan vermiculated the pottery with intricate designs.
    • Ancient manuscripts were sometimes vermiculated with decorative borders.
    • The artist vermiculated the metal surface to create a unique texture.
Forms
  • vermiculated past participle
  • vermiculated past simple
  • vermiculating present participle
  • vermiculates third person singular