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Meaning of MOONSTONE

Pronunciation:  'moon`stown

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a transparent or translucent gemstone with a pearly luster; some specimens are orthoclase feldspar and others are plagioclase feldspar
 
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 See Also: feldspar, felspar, transparent gem

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Moon"stone`\, n. (Min.)
A nearly pellucid variety of feldspar, showing pearly or
opaline reflections from within. It is used as a gem. The
best specimens come from Ceylon.
 

 

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