fluted
Americanadjective
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fine, clear, and mellow; flutelike.
fluted notes.
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having flutes, grooves, or the like.
a fluted column; fluted material; fluted stone tools.
adjective
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(esp of the shaft of a column) having flutes
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sounding like a flute
Other Word Forms
- unfluted adjective
Etymology
Origin of fluted
Example Sentences
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The building’s fluted Corinthian columns are right at home in neoclassical Washington, but they aren’t a match with the rest of the White House, with its simpler, smooth columns and Ionic capitals.
From Slate • Aug. 5, 2025
The tiara has single, rose-cut and brilliant-cut diamonds and three fluted turquoise plumes set with diamond stems.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2025
From a design perspective, the fluted walnut paneling, accent lighting and decor from the Italian fashion house Missoni deliver an elevated sense of elegance.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2024
Technological advancements have further opened up design possibilities, introducing unique materials such as flexible stone cladding, fingerprint-resistant matte lacquers, fluted wood veneers and lightweight metal paneling.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2024
She got up irritably and walked away, toward the swimming pool pavilion, an open structure supported by three fluted pillars.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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