enchase
/ɪnˈtʃeɪs/
verb
- To set or fix (a gem, stone, or other object) into a surface, especially as decoration.
- She decided to enchase a small ruby into the silver pendant.
- Ancient craftsmen would enchase precious stones into the handles of swords.
- The jeweler will enchase a diamond into the gold ring.
- To decorate (a surface) by carving, engraving, or inlaying designs or figures.
- The wooden box was enchased with beautiful floral motifs.
- They hired a specialist to enchase the marble floor with a mosaic design.
- The artist spent months learning how to enchase metal with intricate patterns.