selenite

noun

sel·e·nite | \ˈse-lə-ˌnīt

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Definition of selenite

: a variety of gypsum occurring in transparent crystals or crystalline masses

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The hallway outside of Alec and Hilaria's master bedroom epitomizes the home's farmhouse-meets-transitional style with a reclaimed barn door and a chunky selenite chandelier by Ron Dier. — Emma Dibdin, ELLE Decor, "Alec and Hilaria Baldwin Escape From City Life—and Hollywood's Prying Eyes," 1 Nov. 2016

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