Chalcedony
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kælˈsɛd.ə.ni/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chalcedony is a noun meaning A form of fine-grained quartz that is nearly transparent or has a milky translucence; it fractures conchoidally.
Meaning
A form of fine-grained quartz that is nearly transparent or has a milky translucence; it fractures conchoidally.
Example Sentences
Although there are dozens of different types of gems, among the best known and most important are […] . (Common gem materials not addressed in this article include amber, amethyst, chalcedony, garnet, lazurite, malachite, opals, peridot, rhodonite, spinel, tourmaline, turquoise and zircon.)
Word Forms
- chalcedonies
Synonyms for chalcedony
Depending on context, synonyms include calcedony.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include calcedony, agate, sard, scaraboid, chalcedonius, chalcedonyx.
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