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Onyx Definition & Meaning

onyx
noun
  1. a chalcedony with alternating black and white bands; used in making cameos

"Onyx" in song lyrics

See how onyx is used in real songs:

  • "Got em Throwin they Gunz In The Air like Onyx"
    Cocoa Brovaz f/ Raekwon the Chef — Black Trump
  • "tut mir leid wenn ich gleich schreien muss wie Onyx"
    D-Flame — Heisser
  • "Still hooked on chronic, plus I'm black like Onyx"
    Esham — Slow Motion

Usage tips for "onyx"

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Frequently asked questions

What does onyx mean?
a chalcedony with alternating black and white bands; used in making cameos
What part of speech is onyx?
Onyx is a noun.

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