bezel

noun

be·zel ˈbē-zəl

ˈbe-

: a rim that holds a transparent covering (as on a watch, clock, or headlight) or that is rotatable and has special markings (as on a watch)

gems : the oblique (see oblique entry 1 sense 1a) side or face of a cut gem

specifically : the upper faceted portion of a brilliant projecting from the setting see brilliant illustration

jewelry : a usually metal rim of a piece of jewelry in which an ornament (such as a gem) is set

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The bezel is softly rounded and comfortably broad, seamlessly integrating with the cylindrical body of the case. —

Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 The bezel is engraved with tobacco leaves, and the caseback is similarly decorated. —

Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2024 This efficient laptop has a wide screen with a thin bezel, giving you plenty of room to view documents or watch TV shows. —

Clara McMahon, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024 The display is surrounded by a black matte-plastic bezel that is slim on the sides and thick on top and bottom. —

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