cymophane

[ sahy-muh-feyn ]

noun

, Mineralogy.

1. chrysoberyl.

cymophane

/ ˈsaɪməˌfeɪn /

noun

1. a yellow or green opalescent variety of chrysoberyl

Word History and Origins

Origin of cymophane¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; cymo- + -phane ( def )

Word History and Origins

Origin of cymophane¹

C19: from Greek kuma wave, undulation + -phane

Example Sentences

Cymophane, or chatoyant chrysoberyl, may also be asteriated.

From Project Gutenberg

The cymophane, whose azure waves float over the milky tint swimming in its depths.

From Project Gutenberg

Another important variety is that of the chrysoberyl called "cymophane."

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