1
: 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)
2
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
3
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 41 mm steel bracelet watch is a rather sporty choice for the evening but upon closer inspection its bezel is decked in sapphires.
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Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
Environmental factors also impact the color of the vintage Rolex bezel.
—Bhanu Chopra, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
In addition to the strap and crown’s quick release system, the bezel has a precise position alignment snaps into place with one click.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 2 May 2025
Although its screen bezels could be slimmer, the laptop is sleek enough for its price.
—PC Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025
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Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
Environmental factors also impact the color of the vintage Rolex bezel.
—Bhanu Chopra, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
In addition to the strap and crown’s quick release system, the bezel has a precise position alignment snaps into place with one click.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 2 May 2025
Although its screen bezels could be slimmer, the laptop is sleek enough for its price.
—PC Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025
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“Bezel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bezel. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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