Repousse

Part of speech: adjective (a.)

1. Formed in relief, as a pattern on metal.

2. Ornamented with patterns in relief made by pressing or hammering on the reverse side; -- said of thin metal, or of a vessel made of thin metal. -- n.

3. Repoussé work. Repoussé work, ornamentation of metal in relief by pressing or hammering on the reverse side.