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fluted

/ˈfluː.tɪd/
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• adjective

1

Having a series of decorative parallel grooves, channels, or ridges, especially along the surface of an architectural column, glassware, or pastry.

Example

"The ancient temple was supported by tall, fluted marble columns."

2

Shaped like the slender, flaring bowl of a champagne flute.

Example

"She poured the sparkling cider into tall, fluted glasses for the toast."

3

Having a clear, high-pitched, and melodious tone resembling the sound of a flute.

Example

"The thrush's fluted song echoed softly through the morning mist."

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• Rhymes for fluted

• Nearby Words

flustered
flustery
flute
fluted
fluted gourd
flutelike
fluting

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'flute', from Old French 'flauter', referring to the resemblance between vertical architectural grooves and the long, hollow tube of a musical flute.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fluted. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fluted
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