A decorative lace-like pattern on the inner edge of a book cover that is inspired from embroidery and the decorative arts. This binder's technique was used primarily in France in the 18th century. Found on http://www.alibris.com/glossary/glossary-books
lace; a portion of meat or fish so thinly sliced as to suggest a resemblance. Also, large lace-thin sweet crêpe. Found on http://www.patriciawells.com/glossary/