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Amethyst Definition & Meaning

amethyst
adjective
  1. of a moderate purple color
noun
  1. a transparent purple variety of quartz; used as a gemstone

"Amethyst" in song lyrics

See how amethyst is used in real songs:

  • "Release the pressure on her and open her like an amethyst"
    Immortal Technique f/ Mela Machinko — Natural Beauty
  • "Sell a million units, and get paid in amethyst"
    Pumpkinhead — Rock On
  • "Exposed to the heat, they go yellow like an amethyst"
    Reflection Eternal (Talib Kweli, Hi-Tek) — Got Work

Usage tips for "amethyst"

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Frequently asked questions

What does amethyst mean?
of a moderate purple color a transparent purple variety of quartz; used as a gemstone
What part of speech is amethyst?
Amethyst is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does amethyst have?
Amethyst has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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