quartz
noun
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Definition of quartz
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: a mineral consisting of silicon dioxide occurring in colorless and transparent or colored hexagonal crystals or in crystalline masses
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: a quartz crystal that when placed in an electric field oscillates at a constant frequency and is used to control devices which require precise regulation
a quartz watch
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Other Words from quartz
quartzose
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adjective
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adjective
Examples of quartz in a Sentence
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All units are waterfront with spectacular views of the lake, expansive balconies with glass railings, Pella windows and doors, Bosch appliances, and quartz countertops. — Houston Chronicle, "The Shoreline at Waterpoint is now open," 31 Aug. 2019 The home’s interior has been recently updated in a soft shade of gray with simple white shaker style cabinetry, white subway tiles and light-colored quartz countertops for a casual, elegant beach vibe. — Bang Staff And Correspondents, The Mercury News, "Sponsored: Live on the bay in Alameda," 20 Aug. 2019 Past that, the kitchen adds an eye-catching mix of walnut cabinetry, quartz countertops and brass finishes. — Jack Flemming, latimes.com, "Hot Property: Rocker Lindsey Buckingham takes a bow in Brentwood," 13 July 2019 All come with a private treetop deck, hot tub, and top-notch luxuries like quartz countertops. — Megan Barber, Curbed, "12 magical treehouses for your next vacation," 20 June 2019 Kitchens are equipped with stainless steel appliances, woodgrain cabinets, islands, white quartz counters and marbled porcelain backsplashes. — Pamela Dittmer Mckuen, chicagotribune.com, "West Loop’s 727 West Madison apartments play up elliptical design," 20 Aug. 2019 There are stainless-steel appliances, 30-inch Thermador gas range with vent hood, kitchen island with cooktop, and quartz countertops. — Valerie Sweeten, Houston Chronicle, "Driscoll Terrace home offers Montrose-area luxury in new construction," 4 Aug. 2019 The master bath is of spa quality, with a soaking tub, extended quartz counter tops and dual sinks. — courant.com, "Property of the Week: 5 Stonebridge Lane, West Hartford," 2 Aug. 2019 The Scott brothers stuck with a crisp white theme throughout the house, from the kitchen with quartz countertops and brass accents to the airy bedrooms. — Elizabeth Gulino, House Beautiful, "One of the Property Brothers’ Family Dream Homes From Season 10 Has Just Hit the Market For $1M," 29 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'quartz.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for quartz
quartz
noun
English Language Learners Definition of quartz
: a mineral that is often found in the form of a hard crystal and that is used especially to make clocks and watches
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Kids Definition of quartz
: a common mineral often found in the form of colorless transparent crystals but sometimes (as in amethysts, agates, and jaspers) brightly colored
quartz
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Medical Definition of quartz
: a mineral SiO2 consisting of a silica that occurs in colorless and transparent or colored hexagonal crystals and also in crystalline masses
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