Main definitions of came in US English: :
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Main definitions of came in US English: :
came1 came2
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noun Each of a number of strips forming a framework for enclosing a pane of glass, especially in a leaded window.
Example sentences
‘The lead cames used in stained glass are made by an extrusion process where the molten metal is pressed through a steel die.’ ‘This invention is an improvement over the prior art method of molding cames between glass pieces of a cut glass panel.’ ‘Lead was used to make window cames for holding stained glass in windows, and can be found particularly at cathedral sites.’ ‘These cames are soldered to one another so that the panel is secure.’ ‘While putty was once necessary to stabilize the glass in the grooves of the lead cames, glass is held in the modern copper cames with adhesive.’ Origin Late 16th century: of unknown origin.