amber

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noun

am·​ber ˈam-bər 

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

amber

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adjective

1

: consisting of amber

2

: resembling amber

especially : having the color amber

Examples of amber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The status LED on the Essential Pan Tilt Indoor glows blue when the camera is properly connected and alternates between blue and amber during a firmware update. —PC Magazine, 13 Nov. 2025

The smoke version offers a minimalist vibe, while the amber and rose variety will bring warm, inviting hues to any table. —Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 11 Nov. 2025

Adjective

Fragrance scents and notes Consumers’ fragrance preferences come alive in two worlds: one, familiarity and nostalgia brought about by musks and amber oils; then, fruity and tropical aromas. —Vogue Business Team, Vogue, 7 Nov. 2025

My favorite is amber mode, which has a warm glow that filters 99% of blue light. —Erin Mayer, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English ambre, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin ambra, from Arabic ʽanbar ambergris

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing amber

• amber alert

Rhymes for amber

• camber
• clamber
• tambour

Kids Definition

amber

noun

am·​ber

ˈam-bər

1

: a hard yellowish partly transparent resin from trees long dead that can be highly polished and is used for ornamental objects (as beads)

2

: a dark orange yellow

amber adjective

Medical Definition

amber

noun

am·​ber ˈam-bər 

: a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin that takes a fine polish and is used chiefly in making ornamental objects (as beads)

amber adjective