lacy

Lacy is an adjective in English describing something that resembles lace or has the characteristics of lace. It typically refers to delicate, openwork patterns, fine netting, or intricate trimming. In textiles, lacy fabrics are lightweight and often semi-transparent, with repeating motifs produced by knitting, crocheting, tatting, or weaving. Lacy edges, such as hems or borders, are common in garments, lingerie, table linens, and decorative items.

Lacy can also be used more broadly to describe any surface or design that looks intricate and ornamental, including architectural details, metalwork, wood carving, or decorative screens. In figurative use, lacy imagery may convey lightness, finesse, or a sense of fragility.

In addition to its adjectival use, Lacy is a proper noun: a surname and a given name in English-speaking communities. Variant spellings and related names include Lacey. The term is distinct from lace, the fabric itself, though it shares its root meaning of delicate, decorative interlacing.