hiddenite
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A green transparent gem used in jewelry
- noun
- /ˈhɪdənˌaɪt/
- Specialized
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hiddenita
- The jeweler showcased a stunning piece made of hiddenite, which sparkled beautifully in the light.
Examples
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Collectors often seek rare gems like hiddenite for their collections.
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She wore a necklace with a stunning hiddenite pendant.
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The jewelry store displayed a ring set with a bright green hiddenite.
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I love hiddenite!
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She wore a beautiful hiddenite pendant.
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Many collectors seek hiddenite gemstones for their unique green color and transparency.
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She was thrilled to find a polished hiddenite stone while exploring the local gem show.
Surface Forms
hiddenite singular
hiddenites plural
Etymology
Hiddenite joins the name hidden with the mineral ending -ite, which means 'stone' and appears in words like graphite. It was named after a person called Hidden and the name also gives an easy picture — a 'hidden' green gem — so hiddenite means a green gemstone.