peridot
noun
per·i·dot
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Definition of peridot
: a deep yellowish-green transparent variety of olivine used as a gem
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Other Words from peridot
peridotic
\ ˌper-ə-ˈdä-tik
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adjective
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adjective
Examples of peridot in a Sentence
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The ring features an emerald, sapphire, and peridot stone—the birthstones of Harry, Meghan, and Archie. — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, "Duchess Meghan Made an Elegant Update to Her Go-To Earrings," 16 July 2019 Each birthstone is said to have its own meaning and significance, with sapphires believed to protect those close to you from harm, peridots said to instill power in the wearer, and emeralds considered a symbol of rebirth and love. — Omid Scobie, Harper's BAZAAR, "The Moving Story Behind Duchess Meghan's Stunning Lorraine Schwartz Eternity Ring," 29 June 2019 Rare peridot from Pakistan suspended from a conical sphere of tsavorites. — Stellene Volandes, Town & Country, "How to See the Next Jewelry Masterpiece," 14 Mar. 2019 In gemstone form, a variety of olivine is known as peridot. — CBS News, "Hawaii's Kilauea volcano not actually raining gemstones," 20 June 2018 In gemstone form, a variety of olivine is known as peridot. — CBS News, "Hawaii's Kilauea volcano not actually raining gemstones," 20 June 2018 In gemstone form, a variety of olivine is known as peridot. — CBS News, "Hawaii's Kilauea volcano not actually raining gemstones," 20 June 2018 In gemstone form, a variety of olivine is known as peridot. — CBS News, "Hawaii's Kilauea volcano not actually raining gemstones," 20 June 2018 In gemstone form, a variety of olivine is known as peridot. — CBS News, "Hawaii's Kilauea volcano not actually raining gemstones," 20 June 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'peridot.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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peridot
noun
English Language Learners Definition of peridot
: a clear, yellowish-green stone that is used in jewelry
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