Agate: meaning, definitions and examples

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agate

 

[ หˆรฆษกษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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

carnelian, chalcedony, onyx

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น รกgata

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค—เฅ‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Achate

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ agat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะณะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ agat

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใ‚ฒใƒผใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท agate

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ รกgata

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท agat

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„๊ฒŒ์ดํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุบุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ achรกt

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ achรกt

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Ž›็‘™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ahate

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ agat

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะณะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ’แƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ agat

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.