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Meaning of Topaz
A mineral, typically yellow, brown, or blue in color, used as a gemstone.
Definitions
- A silicate mineral of aluminium and fluorine, typically yellow, brown, or blue in color, used as a gemstone.
- A bright yellow or yellow-brown color, like that of the gemstone.
Etymology of Topaz
The word "topaz" originates from the Greek word "topazos" or "topazion", referring to a yellowish-green mineral, which is derived from the Sanskrit word "tapas", meaning "heat" or "fire", possibly due to the mineral's ability to be colored by heat treatment.
Historically, the term "topaz" was used to describe any yellow gemstone, but it now specifically refers to the silicate mineral of aluminium and fluorine.
Example Uses
- The queen's crown was adorned with a large blue topaz, surrounded by diamonds.
- The topaz ring had been passed down through generations of the family.
- The geologist discovered a deposit of topaz in the mountains, which sparked a mining operation.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
colorless
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