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conflict diamond

American  
[kon-flikt dahy-muhnd, dahy-uh-] / ˈkɒn flɪkt ˌdaɪ mənd, ˌdaɪ ə- /

noun

  1. another term for blood diamond.


Etymology

Origin of conflict diamond

First recorded in 1995–2000

Example Sentences

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"There seems to be strong support for further reforms, including that of the conflict diamond definition," World Diamond Council president Edward Asscher said during the closing ceremony of the KP meeting in Kasane, northeastern Botswana.

From Reuters

Promoting their jewels’ Russian origins, Alrosa officials say, will put to rest concerns that a ring might hold a conflict diamond from Africa.

From New York Times

Is “dirty gold” becoming the new conflict diamond?

From BusinessWeek

Members of our AAdvantage frequent flier program who have reached Conflict Diamond status, it’s time for you to board American Airlines Flight 2164 to Dallas/Fort Worth.

From Slate

Whether the allegations prove true or not, the mere suggestion that Campbell handled a conflict diamond likely makes her poison to the fine jewelry industry, said Sally Morrison, the director of the Diamond Information Center, an umbrella trade organization.

From Seattle Times