topaz

to·paz

noun \ˈtō-ˌpaz\

Definition of TOPAZ

1

a : a mineral that is essentially a silicate of aluminum and usually occurs in orthorhombic translucent or transparent crystals or in white translucent masses b : a usually yellow to brownish-yellow transparent mineral topaz used as a gem c : a yellow sapphire d : a yellow quartz

2

: either of two large brilliantly colored South American hummingbirds (Topaza pella and T. pyra)

Origin of TOPAZ

Middle English topace, from Anglo-French, from Latin topazus, from Greek topazos

First Known Use: 13th century

Rhymes with TOPAZ

free jazz, Hejaz, pizzazz, whenas, whereas