camaïeu

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See also: camaieu

French[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Inherited from Middle French kamaheu, from Old French camaü (precious stone, treasure), of obscure origin. Compare Medieval Latin camaeus (probably of confluence with the older forms) also of unknown origin, and English cameo.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ka.ma.jø/
  • (file)

Noun[edit]

camaïeu m (plural camaïeux)

  1. cameo (stone)
  2. (range of) shades, tones, hues (of a colour)
  3. (art) camaieu

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