# bezel

/bˈɛzəl/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/bezel
Updated: 2026-05-25

## Definition

the frame or border that goes around the screen of a device like a phone or watch. It is the part that holds the glass in place.

For teachers: the frame or rim that surrounds a screen, lens, or other component. In computing, it specifically refers to the border of a display screen or the ring that holds a watch face.

## Examples

- The new phone has a very thin bezel.
- The designer chose a matte black bezel to make the screen look larger and more modern.
- While early smartphones featured thick bezels for structural integrity, modern manufacturing allows for ultra-thin frames that maximize the screen-to-body ratio without compromising durability.

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