doyly
/ˈdɔɪli/
noun
- A small decorative mat, often made of lace or paper, placed under dishes or vases to protect a surface.
- For the party, we put paper doylies under the plates to make the table look fancy.
- The antique shop sold delicate doylies with intricate floral patterns.
- She placed a lace doyly under the teapot to catch any drips.