Definition of amber
1 : a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin that takes a fine polish and is used chiefly in making ornamental objects (such as beads)
2 : a variable color averaging a dark orange yellow
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Origin and Etymology of amber
Middle English ambre, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin ambra, from Arabic ʽanbar ambergris
First Known Use: 14th century
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Definition of amber
1 : consisting of amber
2 : resembling amber; especially : having the color amber
15th Century
First Known Use of amber
15th century
AMBER Defined for English Language Learners
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: a hard orange-yellow substance that can be polished and used for jewelry and other decorations
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: a dark orange-yellow color
AMBER Defined for Kids
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1 : a hard yellowish to brownish clear substance that is a fossil resin from trees long dead and that can be polished and used in making ornamental objects (as beads)
2 : a dark orange yellow : the color of honey
Medical Dictionary
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: a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin that takes a fine polish and is used chiefly in making ornamental objects (as beads)
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