Meaning of peridot in English

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

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈpɛriˌdɑt/

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  1. Noun

    peridot

    Etymology

    early 18th century: from French, from Old French peritot, of unknown origin

    Definitions

    1. a pale green variety of chrysolite

    Examples

    • « used as a gemstone »

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