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

The knurled bezels and light-up elements are a nice touch, and future owners will surely find the cabin luxurious and comfortable. — Jerry Perez, The Drive, 23 Sep. 2026

The warm, almost vanilla, color of the two-tone dial is offset by a case in crisp condition, where both steps of the bezel remain much more defined than what is usually seen on this reference. — Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 23 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

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