1. ornamental stonework, typically in the upper part of a Gothic window, consisting of interlacing curved lines
Usage: architecture
2. delicate branching or interlacing patterns resembling architectural tracery

Examples

• The cathedral’s windows featured elaborate stone traceries.
• Gothic traceries created intricate patterns of light and shadow.
• The architect studied medieval traceries for inspiration.
• Frost formed delicate traceries on the windowpane.
• The ironwork displayed beautiful traceries reminiscent of Gothic design.
• Restoration experts carefully repaired the damaged traceries.
• The church’s traceries were considered masterpieces of medieval craftsmanship.