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Definition of beryl

beryl

/ˈbɛr.əl/
ber · yl
Plural:beryls
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Adjective:berylline
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beryl Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A transparent or translucent mineral consisting of a silicate of beryllium and aluminum, occurring in hexagonal prisms in green, blue, yellow, or pink varieties, including precious gemstones such as emerald and aquamarine.

Example

"The jeweler examined the pale green crystal of beryl under a magnifying loupe to check for internal inclusions."

2

A pale bluish-green color resembling that of sea-green beryl or aquamarine.

Example

"The shallow lagoon shimmered in a clear shade of beryl under the midday sun."

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• Nearby Words

berserker
berth
berthing
beryl
beryllium
beseech
beseeching

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English beril, via Old French from Latin beryllus and Ancient Greek bēryllos, probably derived from Prakrit veruliya and Sanskrit vaiḍūrya, referencing a mineral of pale green or bluish-green color from southern India.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Beryl. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/beryl
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