iolite en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈaɪəˌlaɪt/
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek ἴον (íon, “violet”) + -lite.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) The clear variety of cordierite, sometimes used as a gem.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| iolites | Number=Plur | lexicographic |