seal stone en · NOUN
Etymology
From seal + stone.
Meanings
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A precious stone with an engraving on it, used to create an impression in a soft material, and associated especially with the ancient Minoan civilisation.
In Athens, Evans bought as many seal-stones and engraved gems as he could find.
2013, Margalit Fox, The Riddle fo the Labyrinth, Profile, published 2014, page 25:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| seal stones | Number=Plur | lexicographic |