cloisonne
Translation
cloisonné
Examples
She admired the antique cloisonne vase.
She admired the antique cloisonné vase.
Grammar Patterns
((cloisonne)) (noun) a style of enamel decoration She bought a cloisonné box.
Similar Words
enamel, champlevé
Etymology
From French 'cloison', meaning 'partition' or 'compartment', referring to the metal strips used to separate the enamel.
Memory Tips
Think of 'closing in' the colors with thin metal walls or partitions.