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spinel

/ˈspɪn.əl/

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noun

/ˈspɪn.əl/C1formalscientific
  • ruТвердый стекловидный минерал, состоящий из оксида магния и алюминия, встречающийся в различных цветах и часто используемый в качестве драгоценного камня.
  1. Gemstone mineralC1formal

    A hard, glassy mineral composed of magnesium and aluminum oxide, occurring in various colors and often used as a gemstone.

    ruМинерал-драгоценный камень

    • The jeweler examined the deep red spinel under a magnifying glass.
    • Spinel is often mistaken for ruby due to its similar color.
    • Ancient mines in Tajikistan produced some of the finest spinels.
Forms
  • spinels plural form
  • spinels' possessive plural form
  • spinel's possessive singular form