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pyrope

Pronunciation: /ˈpʌɪrəʊp/

(also pyrope garnet)
Definition of pyrope

noun

[mass noun]
  • a deep red variety of garnet.

Origin:

early 19th century: from German Pyrop, via Latin from Greek purōpos 'gold-bronze', literally 'fiery eyed', from pur 'fire' + ōps 'eye'

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