macramé

noun

mac·​ra·​mé ˈma-krə-ˌmā 

variants or less commonly macrame

: a coarse lace or fringe made by knotting threads or cords in a geometrical pattern

also : the art of tying knots in patterns

Examples of macramé in a Sentence

Her hobbies include knitting and macramé.

Recent Examples on the Web

Its design is defined by the pale desert palette of its interior, macrame, raffia, wood hearth and wide windows. —Jessica Cherner, Architectural Digest, 13 Aug. 2025

The ventilated macrame fabric provides great airflow, and the small heel makes walking long distances more manageable. —Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2025

The ventilated macrame fabric provides a great airflow and the small heel makes walking long distances more manageable. —Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 23 June 2024

Mix macrame wall art with rattan furniture, earthy color palettes, and handmade pottery for a cozy, creative atmosphere. —Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2025

In the corner, a cowl made of macrame, textiles and yarn adorns a mannequin. —Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2025

Cotton twine baskets can either come in knotted macrame or twisted strands in a hammock style. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2025

Each of the eight suites is outfitted in rattan furniture, hanging beds, woven textiles and macrame from local artisans, and driftwood details. —Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2025

Parachute cozy alpaca throw $279 PARACHUTE Texture takes centerstage with this black throw blanket—the extra-long macrame fringe is a fresh take. —Erika Owen, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

French or Italian; French macramé, from Italian macramè, from Turkish makrama napkin, towel, from Arabic miqrama coverlet

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

macramé

noun

mac·​ra·​mé

variants also macrame

ˈmak-rə-ˌmā 

: a coarse lace or fringe made by knotting threads or cords

also : the art of tying knots in patterns