peridot
pe·ri·dot
noun
1.
a pale green variety of chrysolite; used as a gemstone
Origin
From Middle English peritot, from Anglo-Norman peridou, peridout, Middle French perido, peridon, of uncertain origin; later reborrowed from modern French péridot.
Phrases
- Hawaiian peridot
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