The Craft of the Seven Treasures
- a.k.a. Japanese Cloisonné
Word definitions
a.k.a. (acronym): also known as
partition (v.): divide something into parts or areas (partitions)
BCE / CE: before common era / common era (equivalent to BC and AD)
get [one’s] hands on (idiom): acquire something (usually rare or hard to find)
enamel (n.): glass-like substance that is often used to coat metal or ceramic objects
fire (v.): (in this case) bake at high temperature
agate (n.): a type of stone consisting of a variety of quartz
mother-of-pearl (n.): the shiny inner lining of certain shells (like oysters)
identical (adj.): exactly the same
trade secret (n.): a secret technique that is used by a craftsman, a group, or company
noteworthy (adj.): should be mentioned or given attention
layman (n.): someone with no professional or specialized knowledge
distinct (from) (adj.): not the same as...
disciple (n.): a follower of a master; an apprentice
transparent (adj.): clear, see-through
enamoured (adj.): in love with; really like or admire