crystal

• Feststoff, dessen Atome in einer regelmäßigen, sich wiederholenden Struktur angeordnet sind, oder ein Stück davon, oft durchsichtig und in Schmuck oder Optik verwendet; auch als Bezeichnung für Kristallglas oder für Kandiszucker.

A noun referring to a solid material whose atoms are arranged in a highly ordered, repeating pattern, or a piece of such material, often transparent and used in jewelry or optics.

1. Solid materialB1formalscientific

   A solid substance with a regular, repeating arrangement of atoms or molecules.

   Kristall

   • The mineral formed beautiful crystals deep underground.
   • Scientists study crystal structures using X-rays.
   • Salt crystals are a common example of a crystalline solid.

2. A2formal

   A type of very clear, high-quality glass, often used for decorative items or tableware.

   Kristallglas

   • She placed the flowers in a beautiful crystal vase.
   • The chandelier was made of sparkling crystal.
   • He drank water from a fine crystal glass.

   Synonymecut glassflint glasslead glass

3. Clear quartzA2informal

   A transparent, colorless form of quartz, often used in jewelry or for spiritual purposes.

   Klarer Quarz

   • She wears a crystal pendant around her neck.
   • He believes that crystals have healing properties.
   • The shop sells various crystals for meditation.

   Synonymerock crystal