inlay

(ĭnˈlāˌ, ĭn-lāˈ)

1. a. To set (pieces of wood or ivory, for example) into a surface, usually at the same level, to form a design.
   b. To decorate by setting in such designs.
2. To insert (a photograph, for example) within a mat in a book.

1. a. Contrasting material set into a surface in pieces to form a design.
   b. A design, pattern, or decoration made by inlaying.
2. Dentistry A solid filling, as of gold or porcelain, fitted to a cavity in a tooth and cemented into place.

Related Forms:

• in·layˈer noun