cartouche

[US]/kɑːr.ˈtʃuːʃ/
[UK]/kärˈtuːʃ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.an oval-shaped decorative design often used in heraldry or on ancient Egyptian monuments; a cylindrical container for gunpowder, especially one used in the past; an oval outline or shape
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

cartouche design

cartouche engraving

cartouche style

cartouche frame

cartouche script

cartouche symbol

cartouche relief

cartouche artwork

cartouche motif

cartouche pattern

Example Sentences

the ancient egyptians often used a cartouche to enclose the names of their pharaohs.

a cartouche can symbolize royalty and protection in ancient cultures.

archaeologists discovered a cartouche with hieroglyphs in the ruins.

she wore a necklace with a cartouche that featured her name in hieroglyphs.

the cartouche was a significant symbol in ancient egyptian art.

inscriptions within a cartouche often tell the story of a king's reign.

many tourists are fascinated by the intricacies of the cartouche designs.

she studied the cartouche to understand its historical significance.

the museum displayed a cartouche that belonged to a famous queen.

understanding the meaning of a cartouche can enhance one's appreciation of ancient history.

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