marbled — having a streaked or mottled appearance like marble stone
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a streaked or mottled appearance like marble stone
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɑːrbəld/
Korean meaning: 대리석처럼 줄무늬나 얼룩무늬가 있는
Korean pronunciation: **마**블드
Example Sentences
- The chef proudly displayed the marbled steak that cost more than my monthly phone bill.
- Her marbled notebook looked so fancy that everyone thought she was taking notes for a luxury brand.
- The marbled floor of the museum reflected the light beautifully.
marbled
ADJECTIVE//ˈmɑːrbəld//
having a streaked or mottled appearance like marble stone
a skilled baker carefully lifts a freshly baked pound cake from a decorative pan. The cake displays beautiful swirled patterns of vanilla and chocolate running through its surface. The streaks create natural marble-like veins that flow organically across the golden-brown exterior. A young apprentice watches admiringly as the intricate patterns become visible. Other marbled cakes and pastries sit on the marble counter nearby. the streaked and mottled appearance like marble stone
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'marmor' meaning marble stone, which came from ancient Greek 'marmaros' meaning 'shining stone.' The word evolved to describe anything with the streaked, veined patterns characteristic of marble.
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📝Examples
“The chef proudly displayed the marbled steak that cost more than my monthly phone bill.”
“Her marbled notebook looked so fancy that everyone thought she was taking notes for a luxury brand.”
“The marbled floor of the museum reflected the light beautifully.”
“His marbled chocolate cake looked like a work of art.”
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