Definition of guilloche Guilloche

guil•loche

We found 5 definitions of guilloche from 5 different sources.

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What does guilloche mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: guilloches

guilloche - an architectural decoration formed by two intersecting wavy bands
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • guilloche (Noun)
    A fine engraving pattern of spirals, intertwining bands, etc. ; or the tool used to create such work.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • guilloche (n.)
    An ornament in the form of two or more bands or strings twisted over each other in a continued series, leaving circular openings which are filled with round ornaments.

Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕

  • guilloche
    gil-losh′, n. an ornament formed of two or more bands intertwining in a continued series.—v.t. to decorate with intersecting curved lines. [Fr.; said to be from the name of its inventor, Guillot.]

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