repousse Meaning, Definition & Usage

Re*pous`sé" adjective (Also<

• Repousse
• Repoussé

)

Etymology

F., p. p. of repousser to thrust back; pref re- + pousser to push. See Push.

Definitions

1. Formed in relief, as a pattern on metal.
2. Ornamented with patterns in relief made by pressing or hammering on the reverse side; -- said of thin metal, or of a vessel made of thin metal. -- n. Repoussé work.