tourmaline

noun

tour·​ma·​line ˈtu̇r-mə-lən How to pronounce tourmaline (audio)
-ˌlēn
: a mineral of variable color that consists of a complex borosilicate and is valued as a gem when transparent and cut

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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 The twist, however, is that it’s infused with tourmaline, a naturally energizing crystal said to boost circulation and revive radiance, plus laminaria saccharina extract, a kelp that helps absorb excess oil, so skin feels fresh and balanced. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Sep. 2025 Her gold jewelry, all from the brand Material Good, included a choker necklace with eight pear-cut stones (seven white diamonds and one imperial topaz), a tourmaline necklace with eight small diamonds and a pair of drop earrings, each with eight diamonds. Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tourmaline

Word History

Etymology

Sinhalese toramalli carnelian

First Known Use

1759, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tourmaline was in 1759

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“Tourmaline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tourmaline. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.

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tourmaline

noun
tour·​ma·​line ˈtu̇r-mə-lən How to pronounce tourmaline (audio)
-ˌlēn
: a mineral of variable color that makes a striking gem when transparent and cut

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