- Relating to, composed of, or resembling, work in
filigree; as, a filigree basket. Hence: Fanciful; unsubstantial; merely
decorative.
2 . Filigree
[ n.]
- Ornamental work, formerly with grains or breads, but now
composed of fine wire and used chiefly in decorating gold and silver to
which the wire is soldered, being arranged in designs frequently of a
delicate and intricate arabesque pattern.