millwork

noun

mill·​work ˈmil-ˌwərk How to pronounce millwork (audio)
: woodwork (such as doors, sashes, or trim) manufactured at a mill

Examples of millwork in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The spacious kitchen features stark-white cabinetry with custom millwork and high-end finishes, a large center eat-in kitchen island and plenty of space for cooking prep. Emma Reynolds, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024 The first floor is entered through an arched doorway and opens up to a dramatic foyer with lots of custom millwork and natural light. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2024 Other decorative flourishes incorporate coffered ceilings, detailed millwork, and hallway windows with decorative ironwork. Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 24 July 2024 Both feature large openings to the entry hall that are defined by beautiful millwork. James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 4 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for millwork 

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Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of millwork was in 1865

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“Millwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/millwork. Accessed 29 Sep. 2024.

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