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doyley

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun doyley has 1 sense
  1. doily, doyley, doyly - a small round piece of linen place under a dish or bowl
    --1 is a kind of linen

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Term: Doyley

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: Popular

A doyley, also spelled doily, is a small ornamental mat typically used to protect surfaces such as tables from scratches or to enhance the overall aesthetic appearance of a room. It is usually made of lace, crochet, or linen and is often used to decorate formal occasions or add a touch of elegance to a setting.

Sample Sentence:

She carefully placed the delicate lace doyley under the vase, adding a touch of elegance to the tabletop.

Sense 2: Local

In some regions, particularly in the United Kingdom, doyley can also refer to a type of round or oval-shaped cake. This local variation of doyley is typically made from a sponge base, coated with icing and decorated with various sweets or fruit.

Sample Sentence:

I couldn't resist trying a slice of the scrumptious doyley that the bakery in town is famous for.


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