Definition of alabaster
1 : a compact fine-textured usually white and translucent gypsum often carved into vases and ornaments
2 : a hard calcite or aragonite that is translucent and sometimes banded
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Origin and Etymology of alabaster
Middle English alabastre, from Anglo-French albastre, from Latin alabaster vase of alabaster, from Greek alabastros
First Known Use: 14th century
ALABASTER Defined for English Language Learners
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: a white stone that is used to make vases and decorations
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: a smooth usually white stone used for carving
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