millwork

noun

mill·​work ˈmil-ˌwərk How to pronounce millwork (audio)
: woodwork (such as doors, sashes, or trim) manufactured at a mill

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The architecture draws on classic English influences, with a slate roof and detailed millwork, paired with more modern additions like smart home systems and an elevator. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2026 Set on a small corner lot on a quiet cul-de-sac, the ranch-style residence features white wood shingles and blue shutters, with crown molding and other millwork throughout the home. Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2026 Megan also preserved most of the wood flooring as well as the abundant cypress wainscot panels and millwork, hiring local craftspeople to refurbish them. Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026 Thirteen-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows pull in light from the avenue, while custom millwork and high-end finishes keep the tone firmly in the luxury lane. Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for millwork

Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of millwork was in 1865

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“Millwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/millwork. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.

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