CLOISONNE
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of CLOISONNE
(metalwork) A decorative technique for metalwork, especially brass, whereby colored enamel is baked between raised ridges of the metal.
"Cloisonne is sometimes seen as a cheaper alternative to jewelled encrustation or filigree."
(metalwork) Objects decorated by this technique collectively.
"The museum had a fine collection of medieval Italian cloisonne."
Examples of CLOISONNE in a Sentence
- "Cloisonne is sometimes seen as a cheaper alternative to jewelled encrustation or filigree."
- "The museum had a fine collection of medieval Italian cloisonne."
Word Details
Is CLOISONNE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CLOISONNE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CLOISONNE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CLOISONNE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | l | o | i | s | o | n | n | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CLOISONNE
100 words from the letters in CLOISONNE
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How to Use CLOISONNE in Word Games
CLOISONNE is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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