Kohinoor
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Kohinoor
From the Persian word kōhinūr literally, mountain of light
Example Sentences
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The Koh-i-Noor diamond, sometimes spelled as Kohinoor, which is a massive 105 carats, was allegedly found 800 years ago, on the banks of India's holy Krishna River.
From Salon ● May 5, 2023
But it’s small only like the Kohinoor diamond is small: It may fit in the palm of your hand, but it’s still priceless.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2022
In fact, they were resource rich — a 500-carat South African diamond is embedded on the queen’s royal scepter and the over 100-carat Indian Kohinoor diamond is encrusted on her crown, as just two examples.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 19, 2022
In India, newspapers have also asked about the future of the Kohinoor diamond, which sits in the queen’s crown and is said to have been taken from India.
From New York Times ● Sep. 11, 2022
He glanced meaningly at McCarthy, who nodded to show that he understood, and as he sat down he remarked: "Kohinoor, I guess it's up to us to go to a show or something to-night."
From Jimmy Kirkland and the Plot for a Pennant by Hugh S. Fullerton
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