TOURMALINE


Meaning of TOURMALINE in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' tu ̇ r-m ə -l ə n, - ˌ l ē n

Function: noun

Etymology: Sinhalese toramalli carnelian

Date: 1759

: a mineral of variable color that consists of a complex borosilicate and is valued as a gem when transparent and cut

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