Meaning of sapphire in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈsæˌfaɪ(ə)r/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    sapphire

    Definitions

    1. having the color of a blue sapphire

    Examples

    • « sapphire eyes »

    Synonyms

  2. 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
  3. 2. a transparent piece of sapphire that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
  4. 3. a light shade of blue

    Derived terms

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