Etymology:
The word "bezel" derives from the Old French word "besaiel," meaning "great-grandfather." The term was originally used in heraldry to refer to a wooden shield or a rectangular block used to mount a shield.
Meaning:
In modern usage, a bezel refers to:
Origin:
The word "besaiel" evolved through the following stages:
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