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zircon

/ˈzɜː.kɒn/

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noun

/ˈzɜː.kɒn/C1formal
  • ruРаспространенный минерал, встречающийся в виде мелких кристаллов, являющийся главным источником циркония; используется как огнеупорный материал в непрозрачной форме и как драгоценный камень в прозрачной.

A common mineral occurring in small crystals, which is the chief source of zirconium; it is used as a refractory when opaque and as a gem when transparent.

  1. A mineral and gemstoneC1formal

    A common mineral that occurs in small crystals, serving as the primary source of the element zirconium. It is used as a refractory material when opaque and as a gemstone when transparent.

    ruМинерал и драгоценный камень

    • The jeweler examined the transparent zircon under a magnifying glass.
    • Zircon is often used as a cheaper alternative to diamond in jewelry.
    • Geologists found a large deposit of zircon crystals in the mine.
Forms
  • zircons plural form
  • zircons' possessive plural form
  • zircon's possessive singular form