ldoce_170_bin·tri·cate /ˈɪntrɪkət/ ●○○ adjectiveadj COMPLICATEDcontaining many small parts or details that all work or fit together 错综复杂的 → complex► see thesaurus at complicated →5 See picture of an intricate pattern 繁复的图案 —intricately adverbadv intricately woven fabric 精细编织的织物
intricate• a pair of intricate beaded earrings• Lasers are used to cut intricate designs in wood.• intricate patterns of coloured marble• The farmers use an intricate system of drainage canals.• the intricate workings of a watch