Definitions

1. noun

A watch case or the outer casing of a watch.

“The watchmaker carefully fitted the orlage to the intricate mechanism inside.”

2. noun

A covering or case for a watch dial or a clock face.

“The orlage was carefully removed to reveal the delicate clockwork beneath.”

3. noun

The outer casing or covering of a watch or clock, especially one that is removable.

“The orlage of the grandfather clock was beautifully decorated with intricate carvings.”