amber

Definitions of amber
  1. noun
    a vanilla-scented resin from various trees of the genus Styrax
  2. noun
    a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin; used for jewelry
    synonyms: barnsteen
  3. noun
    a deep yellow color
    synonyms: barnsteen
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    type of:
    geel, geelsel, goud
    yellow color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of sunflowers or ripe lemons
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