Agate: meaning, definitions and examples
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agate
[ หรฆษกษชt ]
mineral stone
Agate is a common stone characterized by its fine-grained, multicolored banding. It forms from volcanic deposits and is composed mainly of silica. The unique bands of color are a result of the deposition of minerals over time. Often used in jewelry and ornaments, agate is valued for its beauty and durability. In various cultures, it is also believed to have protective and healing properties.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She wore a beautiful agate pendant.
- They discovered agate stones by the river.
- The artisans crafted bowls from polished agate.
Translations
Translations of the word "agate" in other languages:
๐ต๐น รกgata
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช Achate
๐ฎ๐ฉ agat
๐บ๐ฆ ะฐะณะฐั
๐ต๐ฑ agat
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใฒใผใ
๐ซ๐ท agate
๐ช๐ธ รกgata
๐น๐ท agat
๐ฐ๐ท ์๊ฒ์ดํธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃุบุงุช
๐จ๐ฟ achรกt
๐ธ๐ฐ achรกt
๐จ๐ณ ็็
๐ธ๐ฎ ahate
๐ฎ๐ธ agat
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะณะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ agat
๐ฒ๐ฝ รกgata
Etymology
The word 'agate' traces its origins back to the Latin term 'achates,' which referred to a stone found in the Achates River (now the Drago River) in Sicily. This river was known for its deposits of agate and other minerals used in jewelry-making and ornamental stonework. The etymology moved from Latin into Middle English prior to being fully established in modern vocabulary. Agate has been cherished since ancient times, used by various civilizations in adornments and tools, highlighting its long-standing significance as both a decorative and functional material.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #21,476, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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- 21473 paralleling
- 21474 constructional
- 21475 deferring
- 21476 agate
- 21477 refill
- 21478 reinvestment
- 21479 reviewable
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