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Word: Damascene
Speech Type: Adjective
late Middle English (as a noun): via Latin from Greek Damaskēnos ‘of Damascus’
ˈdaməsiːn
ˌdaməˈsiːn
relating to the city of Damascus
Short Definition:relating to Damascus
Examples:- a Damascene geographer
used in reference to an important moment of insight, typically one that leads to a dramatic transformation of attitude or belief
Short Definition:used in reference to important moment of insight
Examples:- in light of his recent statements, it would appear that Fisher has undergone something of a Damascene conversion
- was there a Damascene moment, when he knew he had to turn his attention to politics?
relating to Damascus steel or its manufacture
Short Definition:relating to Damascus steel
Examples:- a fine Damascene blade
relating to or denoting a process of inlaying a metal object with gold or silver decoration
Short Definition:relating to inlaying process
Examples:- elaborate Damascene dishes
Word: Damascene
Speech Type: Noun
ˈdaməsiːn
ˌdaməˈsiːn
a native or inhabitant of Damascus.
Short Definition:native or inhabitant of Damascus
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