topaz
A silicate mineral of aluminium and fluorine, usually tinted by impurities.
Other meanings
An often clear, yellowish-brown gemstone cut from this.
A yellowish-brown color, like that of the gemstone.
Word history
From Ancient Greek "τόπαζος".
Where this comes from
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