Meaning of carnelian in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /kɑrˈniliən/

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  1. Noun

    carnelian

    Etymology

    late Middle English: from Old French corneline; the prefix car- being suggested by Latin caro, carn-‘flesh’

    Definitions

    1. a translucent red or orange variety of chalcedony

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