bezel

noun

be·​zel ˈbē-zəl  ˈbe- 

1

: a rim that holds a transparent covering (as on a watch, clock, or headlight) or that is rotatable and has special markings (as on a watch)

2

gems : the oblique (see oblique entry 1 sense 1a) side or face of a cut gem

specifically : the upper faceted portion of a brilliant projecting from the setting see brilliant illustration

3

jewelry : a usually metal rim of a piece of jewelry in which an ornament (such as a gem) is set

Examples of bezel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

It's got a sleek black design with vibrant RGB LEDs, along with cooling and air-venting bezels. —PC Magazine, 12 Nov. 2025

The Sculptural Waves Diamond Wedding Ring in 14K Rose Gold, for instance, takes advantage of bezel detailing as a way to accentuate its sparkling diamonds and add even more modernity to the mix. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025

Stones grace the bezel, bracelet, and black face, creating quite the statement on the wrist. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025

The Apex 4 has surprisingly premium materials for a not-outrageous price, like a titanium bezel and a sapphire glass screen. —Adrienne So, Wired News, 22 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

probably from dialect form of French biseau bezel, from Middle French

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for bezel

• resol
• embezzle