carbuncle
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9.9
A deep red gem cut smooth and rounded without flat faces
- noun
- /ˈkɑːrˌbʌŋ.kəl/
- Archaic
:
carbúnculo
- His eyes shine in the dark like carbuncles.
- a blue carbuncle
Examples
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She admired the deep-red carbuncle that sparkled brightly in the sunlight.
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A carbuncle.
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The jeweler showcased a stunning carbuncle in a smooth, rounded setting that caught everyone's eye.
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His collection included a rare carbuncle that was prized for its unique color and shape.
Synonyms
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9.9
A gem polished into a smooth, rounded shape without flat sides
is a deep red stone usually cut in that smooth rounded shape
How Precious
Surface Forms
carbuncle singular
carbuncles plural
Etymology
Carbuncle comes from the Latin carbunculus, meaning 'small coal' or 'glowing ember', and the same root appears in carbon. So a carbuncle is a deep-red garnet that looks like a little, glowing coal.