reflet

noun

re·​flet

rə̇ˈflā,

rēˈf-

plural -s

: special brilliance of surface : metallic luster especially on ceramic ware

gold reflet of majolica ware

Word History

Etymology

French, modification (influenced by Latin reflectere) of Italian riflesso, from riflesso, adjective, reflected, from Latin reflexus, past participle of reflectere to reflect

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