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hyalite

Syllabification: (hy·a·lite)
Pronunciation: /ˈhīəˌlīt/
Definition of hyalite

noun

  • a translucent, colorless variety of opal.

Origin:

late 18th century: from Greek hualos 'glass' + -ite1

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