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Damascene (Adjective)

Of or relating to or characteristic of Damascus or its people; "damascene city gates".

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

The intricate patterns on the ancient textiles were unmistakably damascene.
The Syrian diplomat's fashion sense was quintessentially damascene, with elegant robes and ornate jewelry.
Damascene craftsmen were renowned for their exquisite metalwork, often featuring intricate inlays and curvilinear designs.
As a hub of trade and commerce, the city's damascene merchants had dealings with merchants from all over the world.
The beautiful gardens surrounding the damascene palace were a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage.

(of metals) decorated or inlaid with a wavy pattern of different (especially precious) metals; "a damascened sword".

All adjective clusters.

The intricate damascene work on the blade gleamed in the sunlight, revealing an interlacing pattern of silver and gold.
The antique dealer carefully polished the damascened metal to restore its former glory.
The Japanese samurai's sword featured a damascened design, with delicate waves of silver and copper twisting along its length.
The metalworker spent hours crafting the damascened box, carefully layering thin strips of gold and silver into the intricate pattern.
In the Arabian Nights tales, the mythical sword of the caliph was said to be a magnificent damascened scimitar, with a hilt of solid gold.