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chrysolite
[ kris-uh-lahyt ]
chrysolite
/ ˈkrɪsəˌlaɪt; ˌkrɪsəˈlɪtɪk /
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Derived Forms
- chrysolitic, adjective
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Other Words From
- chrys·o·lit·ic [kris-, uh, -, lit, -ik], adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of chrysolite1
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Example Sentences
There are temples of chrysolite with domes of blue crystal, which imitate the firmament.
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In ancient times the chrysolite ranked next to the diamond among precious stones.
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Many writers, for instance, have called the gold and chrysolite of the Holy City a vulgar lump of jewellery.
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The topaz and chrysolite were reported to lose their brilliancy when placed in liquid that contains poison.
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Chrysolite (peridot, or olivine) was regarded in Shakespeare's time and earlier as of exceptional rarity.
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