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Meaning of "scrollwork" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF SCROLLWORK

scrollwork  [ˈskrəʊlˌwɜːk] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF SCROLLWORK

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Scrollwork is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES SCROLLWORK MEAN IN ENGLISH?

scrollwork

Scrollwork

Scrollwork is an element of ornamentation and graphic design featuring spirals, which resemble the edge-on view of a rolled parchment scroll. They were often made using a scroll saw. "Scrollwork" is today mostly used in popular language for two-dimensional decorative flourishes and arabesques of all kinds, especially those with circular or spiralling shapes.

Definition of scrollwork in the English dictionary

The definition of scrollwork in the dictionary is ornamental work in scroll-like patterns, esp when done with a scroll saw.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH SCROLLWORK


artwork
ˈɑːtˌwɜːk
boullework
ˈbuːlˌwɜːk
buhlwork
ˈbuːlˌwɜːk
crewelwork
ˈkruːəlˌwɜːk
enamelwork
ɪˈnæm əlˌwɜːk
framework
ˈfreɪmˌwɜːk
grillwork
ˈɡrɪlˌwɜːk
metalwork
ˈmɛtəlˌwɜːk
millwork
ˈmɪlˌwɜːk
needlework
ˈniːdəlˌwɜːk
pilework
ˈpaɪlˌwɜːk
quillwork
ˈkwɪlˌwɜːk
rubblework
ˈrʌbəlˌwɜːk
scalework
ˈskeɪlˌwɜːk
shellwork
ˈʃɛlˌwɜːk
steelwork
ˈstiːlˌwɜːk
trestlework
ˈtrɛsəlˌwɜːk
wattlework
ˈwɒtəlˌwɜːk
wheelwork
ˈwiːlˌwɜːk
woolwork
ˈwʊlˌwɜːk

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE SCROLLWORK

scrog
scroggie
scroggin
scroll
scroll bar
scroll saw
scrollable
scrolled
scrolling
scrollwise
scrome
scroming
scrooch
Scrooge
scroop
scrootch
scrophularia
scrophulariaceous
scrorp
scrota

WORDS THAT END LIKE SCROLLWORK

all in a day´s work
at work
bodywork
clockwork
coursework
firework
housework
network
neural network
out of work
paperwork
patchwork
rework
schoolwork
social work
teamwork
waxwork
wickerwork
woodwork
work

Synonyms and antonyms of scrollwork in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «scrollwork» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF SCROLLWORK

Find out the translation of scrollwork to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of scrollwork from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «scrollwork» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

涡卷
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

volutas
570 millions of speakers

English

scrollwork
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

मकान की सजावट
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الملتفة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

завитков
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

arabescos
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

scrollwork
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

volutes
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Kerja gulung
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

scroll
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

渦巻き細工
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

소용돌이 장식
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Scrollwork
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

cuốn giấy
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

scrollwork
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

स्क्रोलवर्क
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

şerit testere ile yapılmış süs
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

volute
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

rollwerk
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

завитків
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

scrollwork
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

scrollwork
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

krulwerk
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

scroll
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

scroll
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of scrollwork

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SCROLLWORK»

The term «scrollwork» is normally little used and occupies the 109.979 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «SCROLLWORK» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «scrollwork» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «scrollwork» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about scrollwork

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SCROLLWORK»

Discover the use of scrollwork in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to scrollwork and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Popular Mechanics
Ornamental. Scrollwork. You. Can. Do. at. Home. Whether you want to build something 'way out' or to create a practical item, these three new tools will let you turn out professional-looking metal products By JOHN BURROUGHS BY ...
2
Master Album of Pictorial Calligraphy and Scrollwork: An ...
Astounding discovery of unpublished 1633 manuscript of authentic Renaissance graphics.
Baudouin von Horicke, 1985
3
Celtic Style Floral Applique: Designs Using Interlaced ...
In this book, she not only includes ideas, but also illustrations and patterns that will encourage all who love the art of applique and quiltmaking.
Scarlett Rose, 1995
4
Popular Mechanics Moneysmart Makeovers: Porches, Decks, & Patios
Plastic. As the plastics industry evolved, more and more wood parts were replaced with vinyl. Eventually, forms were designed to create intricate scrollwork . Because the scrollwork was made on a machine and not by hand, it was a lot cheaper.
Rick Peters, 2005
5
The Big Book of Backyard Projects: Walls, Fences, Paths, ...
Make the second bend but don't trim the piece yet. Repeat with the second piece of '/2-inch round stock. Lay out both pieces against the scrollwork, and mark where thev need to be trimmed. Trim them with the power tool, or put them aside for ...
Paige Gilchrist, 2005
6
Standard Catalog of World Paper Money General Issues - 1368-1960
Allegorical borderwith scrollwork, printed dates. Signaturetitles: Directeurand DirecteurPresident. Uniface. Watermark: Surinaamsche Bank. Printer: JEZ ( without imprint). a. 1.7.1886. Rare. — — — b. 1.7.1894. Rare. — — — c. 15.2. 1904. Rare.
George S. Cuhaj, 2012
7
Old-House Journal
Burnish the design onto the paper by forcefully rubbing a small piece of wood against the scrollwork. A crayon or piece of chalk may also be used to burnish the design onto the paper. Remove the paper and touch up the details. Measure the  ...
8
Beyond Venice: Glass in Venetian Style, 1500-1750
22 Schematic drawings of ladder stems with teardrops (a) and scrollwork (b). was repaired in a manner identical to that of the group of 17th-century examples. The purpose of these repairs is less certain. They were made using a very soft ...
Jutta-Annette Page, 2004
9
Popular Science
Antique". Cabinet. Cheaply. Built. Beautiful aged oak from an obsolete reed organ furnished most of the material for this antique looking china closet. The ornamental top, scrollwork and molding were taken from the organ; the front legs were ...
10
Manual of Traditional Wood Carving
Behind the arcading is a table supporting a cupboard and resting in front on four turned columns ; it is fitted with three drawers. The fronts of drawers and cupboard are decorated with monsters, grotesque masks, and scrollwork. The back is ...
Paul N. Hasluck, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SCROLLWORK»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term scrollwork is used in the context of the following news items.
1
First Look: Liberty Kitchen: Houston favorite casts their line to Austin
Look closely and you'll see a tribute to Texas in all the scrollwork – two cowboys on bucking broncos, an oil derrick, and two football helmets. photo courtesy of ... «Austin Chronicle, Jun 15»
2
Facades and ornament give buildings character
Sculptures, windows and roofs, fancy scrollwork, bargeboards, arches, and verandahs all lend historic buildings that indefinable quality called "character". «The Press, Jun 15»
3
Photos: 3 of Theodore Roosevelt's Personal Firearms
The beautiful and expert scrollwork on the Fabrique Nationale noted above bears pearl grips and gold inlay. Introduced in 1900, this firearm is a terrific example ... «OutdoorHub, Jun 15»
4
Angry Youth Comix by Johnny Ryan
... gold-accented volume of classic literature, this compilation of Johnny Ryan's Angry Youth Comix features decorative scrollwork that reveals plenty of dicks, ... «Paste Magazine, Apr 15»
5
How an Upstart From Philadelphia Built the Most Resilient of the …
The lower two floors were sheathed in limestone, rippling with columns, balustrades, scrollwork and cherubs. Windows framed by ornate limestone surrounds ... «New York Observer, Apr 15»
6
Detail in form and function key to enjoying Longhorn
The gauge panel may have scrollwork and bronze coloring, but it also features a large color display capable of providing the driver with customizable sets of ... «Grand Junction Sentinel, Dec 14»
7
Antique stagecoach finds new home in Barre
... layers of grime and varnish to reveal the original colorful New England landscapes, portraits of mythological figures, and fancy scrollwork on the vintage coach ... «WCVB Boston, Jun 14»
8
Alan Gould's ship-shape craft
Joinery and Scrollwork is a miscellany in a worthy, old-fashioned manner. Gould praises the honoured dead - fellow poets Philip Hodgins, Rosemary Dobson, ... «Sydney Morning Herald, May 14»
9
Incredible art from the medieval royal courts of IRAQ
From a glittering pair of golden earrings dating from the 14th century to an elaborate clutch bag decorated with silver scrollwork, the medieval rulers of Iraq were ... «Daily Mail, Apr 14»
10
Maritime painter beats recession engraving guns
Shadowy backgrounds are added by making multiple tiny dots behind images and scrollwork, giving the finished work the look of a bank note. The engravings ... «Seacoastonline.com, Aug 13»

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« EDUCALINGO. Scrollwork [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/scrollwork>. Apr 2024 ».
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