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Calcedony

Description:

Calcedony is a type of silica mineral that belongs to the quartz family. It is typically found in a wide range of colors, including white, blue, pink, gray, and brown. This semi-precious gemstone has a smooth and waxy texture, making it popular in jewelry and decorative objects.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A variety of microcrystalline quartz translucent to transparent.
2. A translucent, usually milky-colored, variant of chalcedony.

Adjective:

1. Related to or made of calcedony.
2. Having the characteristics of calcedony.

Sample Sentences:

Noun, sense 1: The beautiful pendant was made of calcedony, displaying a stunning array of colors when held up to the light.

Noun, sense 2: The artisan crafted a delicate bracelet using beads of milky white calcedony.

Adjective, sense 1: She wore a calcedony ring that perfectly complemented her shimmering blue gown.

Adjective, sense 2: The calcedony vase had a smooth and elegant appearance, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the room.

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