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en·chase
\ə̇nˈchās, en-\ transitive verb
Etymology: Middle English enchasen to emboss, from Middle French enchasser to enshrine (as a holy relic), set (as a jewel), from Old French, from en- en- (I) + chasse reliquary, from Latin capsa box, case — more at case
1. : encase, enclose
< enchase a gem >
: set
< a diamond enchased in a gold ring >
2. : ornament, decorate: as
a. : to cut or carve (as figures or designs) in relief : engrave
b. : inlay
< a table enchased with ivory >
3. obsolete : to enclose solemnly : enshrine |