Synonyms & related words for fretwork

Find synonyms, related words, and the definition of fretwork — including latticework, lattice, tracery, trelliswork, grillwork, lacework. Dendril is a free visual thesaurus that shows them on an interactive map where stronger matches sit closer to the center — no signup, no ads.

Words related to fretwork

Explore words related to fretwork — words associated with it, words that go with it, and its nearest matches in meaning. Related words include openwork, marquetry, inlaid, intarsia, inlays, carved, filigrees, marqueterie. Click any word to make it the center of the map and keep exploring the web of connections.

Synonyms for fretwork

Common synonyms for fretwork include latticework, lattice, tracery, trelliswork, grillwork, lacework, trellis — words that share a close meaning. Hover or tap any word on the map for its definition and part of speech.

Where does fretwork come from?

The word fretwork breaks down into 2 roots of Old French and Old English origin: fret, from Old French frete (“interlaced decorative pattern, ornamental band”); and work, from Old English weorc (“labor, wrought product”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.