Cornelian
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cornelian is a noun meaning Any of various lycaenid butterflies of the genus Deudorix.
Meaning
Any of various lycaenid butterflies of the genus Deudorix.
More Meanings
- The cornelian cherry (fruit).
- Alternative form of carnelian.
Example Sentences
This proceedeth from the variety of air (commonly found in islands) which sometimes being moist, sullies and renders the cornelian pale or albescent, after the manner of glass, which when breath'd upon, is clouded with a pale whitish colour, but upon change to a drier air, which will often happen in a moment, the cornelian recovers its former brisk red colour.
Word Forms
- cornelians
Synonyms for cornelian
Depending on context, synonyms include carnelian.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include carnelian, intaglio, scarab, gens, royal, jewel.
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