Definition of "damascene" in English

adjective

1. Inlaid with silver or gold.

2. Of or from Damascus.

verb

1. (transitive) To decorate (metalwork) with a peculiar marking or water produced in the process of manufacture, or with designs produced by inlaying or encrusting with another metal, such as silver or gold, or by etching, etc.; to damask.

noun

1. Archaic form of damson.

2. A pigeon of a certain breed.