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Meaning of beryl
A mineral species that is a key component of several gemstones, including emeralds and aquamarines.
Etymology of beryl
The word "beryl" has its roots in ancient languages, with the Greek word "beryllos" being derived from the Sanskrit word "vaidurya," which referred to a blue-green gemstone.
The term "beryl" was later adopted into Latin as "beryllus" and then into Middle English as "beryl," initially referring to a blue-green gemstone and later expanding to include the mineral species.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A mineral species, typically occurring in igneous and metamorphic rocks, that is a key component of several gemstones.
- * A gemstone, especially an emerald or aquamarine, that is a variety of the mineral beryl.
Usage Examples
- The queen's crown was adorned with a large, glittering beryl that sparkled in the light.
- * Geologists often search for beryl deposits in igneous and metamorphic rocks.