bloodstone
Americannoun
noun
Usage
What does bloodstone mean? Bloodstone is a dark green gemstone with red flecks. It ranges from semi-translucent to opaque. Bloodstone is also called heliotrope. It’s considered a semiprecious gem, which is a label applied to a class of gems that have a commercial value that’s less than that of stones labeled precious, such as diamonds. Bloodstone is one of the birthstones for the month of March, the other being aquamarine. It is associated with the zodiac sign Aries. Example: Her birthday is in March, so I’m getting her a bloodstone pendant.
Etymology
Origin of bloodstone
Example Sentences
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He went on to star in hit Tamil films, popular Bollywood films, and even a cameo in the American film Bloodstone.
From BBC • Aug. 14, 2025
The largest of the islands is called Bloodstone.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 4, 2022
Charles Love and Harry Williams of a black Kansas City R&B; group called Bloodstone appeared on his computer screen.
From Washington Times • Jul. 24, 2015
Actual Advice: - When you get three Bloodstone Shards, upgrade your weapon immediately.
From Forbes • Mar. 31, 2015
Bloodstone is not very widely distributed, but is found in the basaltic rocks of the Isle of Rum in the west of Scotland, and in a few other localities.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 1 "Bisharin" to "Bohea" by Various
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