Definition
damaskeens
verb
- to decorate (metal, especially steel) with inlaid gold or silver in a wavy pattern
Usage: often used in metalworking and jewelry-making
noun
- plural of damascene; decorative inlaid work on metal, typically featuring gold or silver on steel
Usage: refers to the finished product or the technique itself
Examples
- The craftsman damaskeens the sword blade with intricate gold patterns.
- She damaskeens jewelry using traditional Middle Eastern techniques.
- The museum displayed beautiful damaskeens from the Ottoman period.
- He learned to damasceen steel during his apprenticeship.
- The damaskeens on that dagger show exceptional artistry.
- Ancient artisans damaskeened weapons with elaborate designs.