pyrope
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A deep red gemstone often used in rings or necklaces
- noun
- /ˈpaɪroʊp/
- Specialized
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piropo
- The pyrope gemstone sparkled beautifully in the sunlight.
Examples
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The jeweler admired the brilliant red color of the pyrope in the ring.
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She wore a stunning pyrope necklace to the gala.
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A flawless pyrope can fetch a high price at auction.
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She wore a necklace studded with sparkling pyropes.
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The jeweler showcased a stunning necklace embedded with pyrope garnets.
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Her favorite ring has a beautiful pyrope stone that sparkles in the light.
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In the gemstone collection, the pyrope garnet was the most vibrant and eye-catching.
Synonyms
garnet
vspyrope
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A hard red or reddish-brown stone used in jewelry and for sanding and cutting
is a specific deep red variety within that mineral group used as a gem
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word pyrope comes from Greek parts pyr- meaning 'fire' and -ops meaning 'eye', and it was used for a deep red garnet that looks like a small fire. So, pyrope is a bright, fiery red gemstone.