Peridot
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɛɹ.ɪ.dɒt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Peridot is a noun meaning A transparent olive green form of olivine, used as a gem.
Meaning
A transparent olive green form of olivine, used as a gem.
More Meanings
- A yellow-green color, like that of the peridot.
Example Sentences
Gem-quality olivine is known as peridot, which has a subtle green light all its own.
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
- peridots
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include peridotite, chrysolite, olivine, iolite, opal, gemstone.
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