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cymophane

American

[sahy-muh-feyn] / ˈsaɪ məˌfeɪn /

noun

Mineralogy.

chrysoberyl.

cymophane British

/ ˈsaɪməˌfeɪn /

noun

a yellow or green opalescent variety of chrysoberyl

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Etymology

Origin of cymophane

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

Example Sentences

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The cymophane is mostly from the gem-gravels of Ceylon.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 3 "Chitral" to "Cincinnati" by Various

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

From Against the Grain by Huysmans, J.-K. (Joris-Karl)

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

From The Chemistry, Properties and Tests of Precious Stones by Mastin, John

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