chaton

[ sha-tawn ]

noun

, plural cha·tons [sh, a, -, tawn].

1. Also called chaton foil. an imitation gem of paste that has its pavilion backed with metal foil or silver to reflect light.
2. a bezel in a ring.

Word History and Origins

Origin of chaton¹

1570–80; < French, Old French chastun gem setting < Germanic; compare Old High German kasto container

Example Sentences

Chaton Mobley added two rushing TDs.

From Washington Times

Chaton Mobley added two rushing TDs.

From Seattle Times

Chaton Mobley ran for 104 yards and two touchdowns and Crews Holt kicked a 30-yard field goal.

From Washington Times

Chaton Mobley ran for 104 yards and two touchdowns and Crews Holt kicked a 30-yard field goal.

From Seattle Times

Stockstill completed 30 of 33 passes for 293 yards and three touchdowns and Chaton rushed for 98 yards and two scores.

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