alexandrite

/ˈæləgˌzænˈdraɪt/
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Other forms: alexandrites

Definitions of alexandrite
  1. noun
    a green variety of chrysoberyl used as a gemstone
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    chrysoberyl
    a rare hard yellow green mineral consisting of beryllium aluminate in crystal form; used as a gemstone
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