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Definition of topaz

topaz

/ˈtoʊ.pæz/
to · paz
Plural:topazes
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• noun

1

A hard, transparent precious stone consisting of an aluminum silicate containing fluorine, often occurring in yellow, pale blue, or colorless varieties.

Example

"She wore a stunning necklace featuring a large blue topaz set in white gold."

2

A golden yellow or brownish-yellow color characteristic of the classic gemstone.

Example

"The sunset painted the evening sky in brilliant shades of topaz and amber."

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• Nearby Words

toothpaste
toothpick
top
topaz
topcoat
topeka
topi

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old French 'topace' and Latin 'topazus', derived from Greek 'topazos', which was historically the name of an island in the Red Sea where a yellowish stone was once mined.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Topaz. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/topaz
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