I. ˈpasmənt noun
also pas·sa·ment -səm-
( -s )
Etymology: Middle French passement, from passer to pass + -ment
: an ornamental braid or decorative trimming resembling lace and made of gold, silver, or silk threads
II. ˈpaˌsment transitive verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
: to trim or edge with passement