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chrysolite Definition

chryso·lite (kris′ə līt′)

noun

  1. a yellowish-green gem derived chiefly from varieties of olivine
  2. a yellowish-green, reddish, or brownish variety of olivine

Etymology: ME crisolite < OFr < L chrysolithos < Gr chrysolithos, topaz: see chryso- & -lite

chrysolite Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • seventh: The seventh, chrysolite The seventh foundation, chrysolite, is similar in color to gold.

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