Inlaid work is a term that refers to the art of embedding decorative pieces of wood, metal, ivory or precious stones into a surface to create a pattern or design. Synonyms for the term "inlaid work" include marquetry, intarsia, inlay, mosaic work, and parquetry. Marquetry is the art of creating a design by cutting pieces of veneer and fitting them together. Intarsia refers to a method of inlaying wood. Inlay is similar to marquetry but typically involves using materials like wood, marble, or leather. Mosaic work applies to a broad range of decorative arts that involves arranging small, colored pieces of stone or glass into a pattern. Parquetry refers specifically to inlaid woodwork used for flooring.