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Word of the Day – Bezel

By April 3, 2025Word of the Day

Bezel (noun)

be-zuhl

The diagonal face at the end of the blade of a chisel, or the like, leading to the edge.

that part of a ring, bracelet, etc., to which gems are attached.

First recorded in 1605–15; origin obscure; probably akin to French biseau bevel, chamfer

Example sentences

“She carefully manoeuvred the diamond into the bezel with the tweezers. ”

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