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Meaning of sapphire in English
Pronunciation
/ˈsæˌfaɪ(ə)r/
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Classifying Adjective
sapphire
Definitions
1.
having the color of a blue sapphire
Examples
« sapphire eyes »
Synonyms
chromatic
Noun
sapphire
Etymology
Middle English: from Old French safir, via Latin from Greek sappheiros, probably denoting lapis lazuli
Definitions
1.
a precious transparent stone of rich blue corundum valued as a gemstone
2.
a transparent piece of sapphire that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
3.
a light shade of blue