Definition of damascenes:
(v) :
(transitive) To decorate (metalwork) with a peculiar marking or water produced in the process of manufacture, or with designs produced by inlaying or encrusting with another metal, such as silver or gold, or by etching, etc.; to damask.
(adj) :
Inlaid with silver or gold.
(adj) :
Of or from Damascus.
(n) :
A pigeon of a certain breed.
(adj) :
Of or relating to Damascus.
(n) :
A native or inhabitant of Damascus.