basse-taille

B b

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [bahs-tah-yuh]
- /bɑsˈtɑ yə/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [bahs-tah-yuh]
- /bɑsˈtɑ yə/

Definitions of basse-taille word

adjective basse-taille of or relating to an enameling technique in which transparent enamels are fused over a background carved in low relief, or to a piece, as of jewelry, so enameled. 1
noun basse-taille (Obsolete (No longer in use)) bas-relief. 0
noun basse-taille (music) bass (voice). 0

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Origin of basse-taille

First appearance:

before 1895

One of the 18% newest English words

1895-1900; < French, equivalent to basse low (see base2) + taille cutting (see tail2)

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Parts of speech for Basse-taille

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adverb

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basse-taille popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 68% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.