1. relating to or characteristic of Damascus, Syria
2. made of or decorated with damascened steel

1. to decorate metal by inlaying with gold or silver

1. a native or inhabitant of Damascus
2. damascened metalwork or a damascened object

Examples

• The damascene steel blade showed intricate patterns.
• He learned to damascene sword hilts with gold wire.
• The museum displayed beautiful damascene jewelry boxes.
• The artisan spent hours damascening the decorative plate.
• Ancient damascene techniques are still used today.
• The damascene population welcomed the visitors warmly.
• She collected antique damascene metalwork from Syria.