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chrysoprase

/ˈkrɪs.ə.preɪz/

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noun

/ˈkrɪs.ə.preɪz/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее зелёную разновидность халцедона, которая ценится как драгоценный камень.

A noun referring to a green variety of chalcedony that is valued as a gemstone.

  1. Green gemstoneC1formal

    A green variety of chalcedony, often used as a gemstone in jewelry.

    ruЗелёный драгоценный камень

    • The ring was set with a beautiful chrysoprase.
    • Chrysoprase is prized for its apple-green color.
    • Ancient Greeks and Romans used chrysoprase in their jewelry.
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