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crystal

Adjective[C/U] Both

pl: crystals

The term evokes a sense of purity, precision, and fragility. When describing a physical object, it suggests a geometric perfection and a light-catching brilliance that distinguishes it from ordinary glass or stone. In a descriptive sense, it signifies absolute clarity. Using it to describe a voice or a vision implies a lack of distortion or ambiguity, suggesting a state of perfect transparency where nothing is hidden or blurred.

Countable when referring to a single geometric mineral specimen. Uncountable when referring to the glass material used for luxury tableware.

Meanings

Noun

A solid material whose constituents are arranged in a highly ordered microscopic structure.

"The geologist found a perfect crystal of quartz."

Noun

High quality glass used for making ornaments or glassware.

"She poured the wine into a crystal glass."

Adjective

Clear and transparent, often used to describe water or sound.

"The mountain stream was crystal clear."

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