sapphire
playSimple Definition of sapphire
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: a clear, usually deep blue jewel
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: a deep blue color
Full Definition of sapphire
1a : a gem variety of corundum in transparent or translucent crystals of a color other than red; especially : one of a transparent rich blueb : a gem of such corundum
2 : a deep purplish-blue color
sapphire
adjectiveOrigin and Etymology of sapphire
Middle English safir, from Anglo-French, from Latin sapphirus, from Greek sappheiros, perhaps of Semitic origin; akin to Hebrew sappīr sapphire
First Known Use: 13th century
SAPPHIRE Defined for Kids
sapphire
playDefinition of sapphire for Students
: a clear bright blue gemstone
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