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Meaning of obsidian
a naturally occurring volcanic glass
Etymology of obsidian
The word "obsidian" originates from the name of the Roman explorer Obsius, who is said to have discovered the material in Ethiopia
The term has been used since the 15th century to describe the dark, glossy volcanic glass
Synonyms
glass
stone
rock
mineral
gemstone
volcanic glass
silicate
feldspar
mica
quartz
granite
basalt
lava
magma
pebble
cobble
boulder
crystal
jewel
ornament
decoration
trinket
bead
pendant
necklace
earrings
ring
brooch
dark glass
glossy stone
shiny rock
black stone
volcanic rock
igneous rock
magmatic rock
geode
agate
jasper
onyx
carnelian
jade
turquoise
emerald
sapphire
ruby
diamond
Definitions
- A hard, dark, glassy volcanic rock formed by the rapid cooling of lava
- * A dark, glossy, and smooth rock used for making sharp-edged tools, mirrors, and decorative objects
Usage Examples
- The ancient civilization used obsidian to create sharp blades and decorative objects
- * The volcano erupted, producing a flow of obsidian that solidified into a glossy, black rock
- * The archaeologist discovered a cache of obsidian tools and jewelry in the ancient tomb