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1damascene
noun dam·a·scene \ˈda-mə-ˌsēn, ˌda-mə-ˈ\
Definition of DAMASCENE
1
capitalized : a native or inhabitant of Damascus
2
: the characteristic markings of Damascus steel
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First Known Use of DAMASCENE
14th century
Rhymes with DAMASCENE
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2damascene
adjective
Definition of DAMASCENE
1
capitalized : of, relating to, or characteristic of Damascus or the Damascenes
2
: of or relating to damask or the art of damascening
First Known Use of DAMASCENE
14th century
3damascene
verb
damasceneddamascen·ing
Definition of DAMASCENE
transitive verb
: to ornament (as iron or steel) with wavy patterns like those of watered silk or with inlaid work of precious metals
Origin of DAMASCENE
Middle French damasquiner, from damasquin of Damascus
First Known Use: 1585
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