1. Plural of doily; small decorative mats, typically made of lace or paper, placed under dishes, vases, or other objects for protection or decoration.
Usage: Also spelled 'doilies' or 'doileys'; most common spelling is 'doilies'.; Often used in formal table settings and home décor.

Examples

• She placed delicate lace doylies under each teacup on the table.
• The antique doylies were carefully preserved in the china cabinet.
• Grandmother embroidered beautiful doylies for the living room furniture.
• Paper doylies are often used as decorative liners in bakery boxes.
• The doylies added an elegant touch to the formal dinner setting.