GARNET

Garnet

Garnets are a group of silicate minerals that have been used since the Bronze Age as gemstones and abrasives.

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garnet

Noun

  1. A hard transparent mineral that is often used as gemstones and abrasives.
  2. A dark red.

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. A tackle for hoisting cargo in or out.

Adjective

  1. Of a dark red colour.


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