tourmaline

noun

tour·​ma·​line ˈtu̇r-mə-lən 

-ˌlēn

: a mineral of variable color that consists of a complex borosilicate and is valued as a gem when transparent and cut

Examples of tourmaline in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Embedded with crushed tourmaline, jade, obsidian, and amethyst, HealthyLine’s multitasking wellness device puts five types of tension-melting therapy at one’s fingertips. —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2025

To amplify the glow, bamboo, charcoal, sea salt, pearl powder, and tourmaline work in harmony, leaving skin clarified, refreshed, and radiant without ever feeling stripped. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Sep. 2025

Barrel and bristle materials Most hot-air brush barrels are made of chrome, ceramic or tourmaline. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025

Ghiya uses stones like pink and purple sapphire, onyx, citrine, and tourmaline to create wearable confections. —Gayatri Shah, Travel + Leisure, 16 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Sinhalese toramalli carnelian

First Known Use

1759, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tourmaline

• acrolein
• adenine
• alkylene
• aniline
• anthracene
• aquiline
• asphaltene
• atlantean
• atrazine
• butadiene
• butylene
• caesarean

Kids Definition

tourmaline

noun

tour·​ma·​line ˈtu̇r-mə-lən 

-ˌlēn

: a mineral of variable color that makes a striking gem when transparent and cut