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

Based on the 40 mm and the 35 mm Ingenieur currently in IWC’s lineup, the new duo offers up the same functional screws and that classic bezel. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 15 Sep. 2026

The Garmin Vivoactive 5 balances comprehensive sports tracking with everyday health coaching in a lightweight aluminum bezel design. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 Sep. 2026

Expect curved glass around all corners and edges, with thinner bezels. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 4 Sep. 2026

The bezels appear marginally slimmer but the overall design is a refinement rather than a reinvention. — Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

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