Cabochon: meaning, definitions and examples

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cabochon

 

[ หˆkabษ™หŒSHรคn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

gemstone setting

A cabochon is a gemstone that has been shaped and polished as opposed to faceted. The cabochon cut is typically dome-shaped, which allows for a smooth surface that reflects light beautifully. This type of cut is commonly used for opaque stones and is favored for its simplicity and elegance. Cabochons are often used in jewelry-making and can showcase the color and texture of the stone effectively.

Synonyms

domed gem, polished stone, smooth gem

Examples of usage

  • She chose a cabochon of turquoise for her ring.
  • The necklace featured a stunning cabochon of amethyst.
  • He admired the intricate design of the opal cabochon.
  • The artisan set a cabochon in the center of the brooch.

Translations

Translations of the word "cabochon" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cabochรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅˆเคฌเฅ‹เคšเฅ‰เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Cabochon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kabochon

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐะฑะพัˆะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kaboszon

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒœใ‚ทใƒงใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cabochon

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cabochรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cabochon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์นด๋ณด์ˆ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุงุจูˆุดูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kabochon

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kabochon

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅœ†ๅฝขๅฎ็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kabohon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kabochon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐะฑะพัˆะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ‘แƒแƒจแƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kabochon

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cabochรณn

Etymology

The term 'cabochon' originates from the French word 'cabochon', meaning 'small stone' or 'knob'. This word itself is derived from 'cabocher', which means 'to cut' or 'to make into a knob'. The cabochon style dates back to ancient civilizations, including the Romans and the Egyptians, who used it for various decorative purposes. Historically, the technique of cutting stones into cabochons was preferred for materials that were not suitable for faceting, particularly opaque and translucent gemstones. Over the centuries, cabochons have maintained their popularity in jewelry design, appreciated for their ability to highlight the inherent beauty of the stone without the complexity of faceting.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,664, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.