Amethyst

noun

/ˈæm.ə.θɪst/

Word Frequency: 0.3

Definitions

1.nounA transparent purple variety of quartz, used as a gemstone.

2.nounA purple colour.

3.nounThe purple tincture when emblazoning the arms of the English nobility.

4.adjectiveHaving a colour similar to that of the gemstone

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