Definition

Wood products like doors, window frames, and moldings that are made in a factory or lumber mill.

Example

The new house features beautiful millwork around the windows and doors.

Conversation

Have you ever worked with millwork before?

Yeah, I helped my dad install some trim last summer.

That's cool! I love the look of millwork in homes.

Me too! It really adds a nice touch to the rooms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Millwork is formed from "mill" (from Old English *mylen*, meaning a building equipped with machinery for grinding grain) and "work" (from Old English *weorc*, meaning activity or labor). The term refers to the work done in a mill, particularly the production of wood products such as doors, windows, and moldings.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'mill' as a place where grain is processed and 'work' as the labor involved — millwork refers to the products made through that labor in a mill.

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