ETYM C. French biveau, earlier buveau, Spanish baivel; of unknown origin. Related to Bevile.
1. A hand tool consisting of two rules that are hinged together so one can draw or measure angles of any size; SYN. bevel square.
2. Two surfaces meeting at an angle different from 90 degrees; SYN. cant, camfer.

ETYM From an old form of French biseau sloping edge, prob. from Latin bis double. Related to Bi-.
A sloping edge on a cutting tool.
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. The oblique side or face of a cut gem; specifically; the upper faceted portion of a brilliant projecting from the setting — see brilliant illustration.
3. A usually metal rim of a piece of jewelry in which an ornament (as a gem) is set. + prikaži više