alexandrite
|al-ex-an-drite|
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/ˌælɪɡˈzændraɪt/
color-changing gemstone
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alexandrite' originates from Russian, specifically named after 'Alexander II,' the Russian tsar.
Historical Evolution
'alexandrite' was named in honor of 'Alexander II' when the gemstone was discovered in the Ural Mountains of Russia in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was simply a name for the gemstone, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rare gemstone that changes color under different lighting conditions, typically green in daylight and red in incandescent light.
The alexandrite in her ring shifted from green to red as she moved from sunlight to candlelight.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/18 23:06