noun
Meaning 1
A paved surface, a pavement (now only in French contexts).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Standard Lemma guide
pavé
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UK: /ˈpæveɪ/
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US: /pɑˈveɪ/
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rhymes with -æveɪ
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rhymes with -eɪ
noun
Meaning 2
A setting of gemstones such that no metal is visible, especially when the stones are set very close together.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: jewelry, lifestyle
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noun
Meaning 3
Any of various food items having a rectangular shape.
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verb
Meaning 4
To arrange gemstones in jewellery so that no metal is visible, especially when the stones are set very close together.
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History
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French pavé (“pavement”).
Across languages
Translations
1 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- French: pavé — rectangular food item