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Definition of frilled

frilled

/fɹɪld/
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• adjective

1

Adorned or edged with a gathered, pleated, or ruffled strip of fabric, paper, or other material.

Example

"The historical costume featured a high, frilled collar made of delicate white lace."

2

Having a natural wavy, crinkled, or fan-like margin, crest, or fold of skin or tissue (used of plants and animals).

Example

"When threatened, the frilled lizard expands the large membrane around its neck to appear more intimidating."

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• Rhymes for frilled

• Nearby Words

frigidness
frijole
frill
frilled
frilled dragon
frilled lizard
frilly

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