ammiolite
|am-mi-o-lite|
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/ˈæmɪˌoʊlaɪt/
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/ˈæmɪˌəʊlaɪt/
fossil gemstone
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ammiolite' originates from the word 'ammonite,' which refers to the fossilized marine mollusk, combined with the suffix '-lite,' indicating a mineral or rock.
Historical Evolution
'Ammonite' transformed into 'ammiolite' to specifically denote the gemstone form of the fossil.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the fossilized shell of ammonites, but over time it evolved to specifically denote the gemstone form.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rare and valuable gemstone made from the fossilized shells of ammonites, primarily found in the Bearpaw Formation in Alberta, Canada.
The vibrant colors of the ammiolite make it a sought-after gemstone.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/17 16:06