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Meaning of bloodstone
A green chalcedony with red spots.
Etymology of bloodstone
The word "bloodstone" has its roots in the Middle English period, derived from the Old French "pierre de sang", meaning "stone of blood", due to the red spots resembling blood.
Historically, the stone was believed to have mystical and medicinal properties, and its name reflects ancient superstitions surrounding its appearance.
Synonyms
gemstone
jade
opal
ruby
sapphire
emerald
topaz
garnet
amethyst
turquoise
lapis lazuli
onyx
peridot
diamond
quartz
agate
jasper
malachite
carnelian
citrine
zircon
tourmaline
aquamarine
beryl
spinel
sunstone
moonstone
pyrite
obsidian
charcoal
hematite
magnetite
olivine
pyroxene
feldspar
mica
amphibole
biotite
cordierite
staurolite
kyanite
sillimanite
andalusite
axinite
scapolite
apatite
Definitions
- A type of chalcedony, a cryptocrystalline form of silica, typically green or greenish-blue in color with red or brown spots or streaks.
- * A dark green or greenish-blue gemstone with red or brown spots, used in jewelry and ornamental objects.
Usage Examples
- The bloodstone pendant hung elegantly around her neck, its deep green color complemented by the red spots.
- * He carefully polished the bloodstone ring, revealing the intricate patterns of red and green.
- * The ancient civilization prized bloodstone for its supposed healing properties and used it in ritualistic ceremonies.
Antonyms
colorless stone
clear crystal
white diamond
pale pearl
transparent glass
frosty quartz
icy sapphire
pale opal
faded jade
washed-out emerald
dull ruby
lackluster garnet
matte onyx
murky topaz
hazy peridot
cloudy citrine
milky turquoise
gray lapis lazuli
beige agate
off-white jasper
pale malachite
washed-out carnelian