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tourmaline

|tour-ma-line|

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/ˈtʊrməˌliːn/

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/ˈtʊəməliːn/

colorful gemstone

Etymology

Etymology Information

'tourmaline' originates from the Sinhalese word 'turamali,' which referred to carnelian gemstones.

Historical Evolution

'turamali' was adopted into Dutch as 'toermalijn' and eventually became the modern English word 'tourmaline'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to carnelian gemstones, but over time it evolved to include a broader range of crystalline minerals used as gemstones.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a crystalline boron silicate mineral compounded with elements such as aluminum, iron, magnesium, sodium, lithium, or potassium. It is used as a gemstone and comes in a variety of colors.

The jeweler showed us a beautiful green tourmaline set in a gold ring.

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Last updated: 2025/04/26 17:23