Definitions

1. noun

A strip or band of material, especially fabric, used to trim or decorate a garment.

“The wedding dress featured a decorative escot of lace along the neckline.”

2. noun

A border or frame, especially for a picture or a window.

“The antique painting was surrounded by a decorative escot of gold.”

3. verb

To trim or decorate with a strip or band of material.

“The seamstress chose to escot the edges of the tablecloth with a delicate lace.”