guilloche

noun

guil·loche | \ gi-ˈlōsh

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, gē-ˈ(y)ōsh

How to pronounce guilloche (audio)

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Definition of guilloche

1 : an architectural ornament formed of two or more interlaced bands with openings containing round devices

2 : a pattern (as on metalwork) made by interlacing curved lines

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The mechanism is complemented by a gorgeous guilloche dial that adds a touch of subtle elegance. — Cara Barrett, Town & Country, "The Newest Trend in Serious Watch Collecting? Women," 21 Sep. 2018 As the dig worked eastward, a decorative ribbon known as a guilloche appeared. — National Geographic, "Bible Scenes Uncovered in Ruins of Ancient Synagogue," 5 July 2016 After the tour, Mr. Murphy—regarded by many as the top U.S. watchmaker—contacted the company to discuss guilloche, an age-old watchmaking decoration (also called engine turning)... — Michael Clerizo, WSJ, "Handcraft Harmony as Guitar Maker C.F. Martin and RGM Watches Team Up," 24 Mar. 2017 As the dig worked eastward, a decorative ribbon known as a guilloche appeared. — National Geographic, "Bible Scenes Uncovered in Ruins of Ancient Synagogue," 5 July 2016 NOMOS: In the watch world, tradition usually refers to the workbench practices of watchmakers: guilloche dials, Geneva stripes or beveled edges on movement bridges. — Michael Clerizo, WSJ, "The Watch World’s Evolutionary Movements of the Year," 23 Mar. 2017

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