Beryl: meaning, definitions and examples

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beryl

 

[ หˆberษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

gemstone variety

Beryl is a mineral composed of beryllium aluminum cyclosilicate. It is often valued as a gemstone due to its hardness and vibrant colors, which can range from green to blue, yellow, and even colorless. The most well-known varieties of beryl include emerald, which is green, and aquamarine, which is blue. Beryl gemstones are often cut into various shapes and sizes for use in jewelry. The mineral itself also has several industrial applications due to the presence of beryllium.

Synonyms

aquamarine, berylite, emerald

Examples of usage

  • She wore a stunning emerald beryl necklace.
  • Aquamarine is a popular beryl gemstone for rings.
  • The museum displayed a collection of rare beryl specimens.

Translations

Translations of the word "beryl" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น berilo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‡เคฐเคฟเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Beryll

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ beril

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะตั€ะธะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ beryl

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ™ใƒชใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bรฉryl

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ berilo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท beril

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒ ๋ฆด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ beryl

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ beryl

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ปฟๆŸฑ็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ beril

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ berรฝl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะตั€ะธะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ beril

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ berilo

Word origin

The term 'beryl' originates from the Latin word 'beryllus', which itself is derived from the Greek word 'berullos', referring to a precious stone of green color. The origins can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where beryl was highly valued both as a decorative element in jewelry and for its supposed magical properties. Ancient Greeks and Romans believed that beryl held protective qualities and used it in talismans and amulets. Its historical significance extended throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, when it was popular among the nobility. The diverse varieties of beryl, especially emerald and aquamarine, have maintained their prominence through the centuries, continuing to be sought after in modern jewelry making. The study of beryl also led to the discovery of beryllium, an element that was identified in the 18th century.