enchase

[ en-cheys ]

verb (used with object)

, en·chased, en·chas·ing.

1. to place (gems) in an ornamental setting.
2. to decorate with inlay, embossing, or engraving.

enchase

/ ɪnˈtʃeɪs /

verb

1. See chase
   tr a less common word for chase 1

Derived Forms

• enˈchaser, noun

Other Words From

• en·chaser noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of enchase¹

1425–75; late Middle English < Middle French enchasser to case in, equivalent to en- en- ¹ + -chasser, derivative of chasse case ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of enchase¹

C15: from Old French enchasser to enclose, set, from en- ¹+ casse case ²

Example Sentences

She may turn out to be a pearl of a wife, this young lady whom you are requested to enchase in gold.

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Related Words

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