Turquoise Definition & Meaning

turquoise
noun
  1. a blue to grey green mineral consisting of copper aluminum phosphate; "blue turquoise is valued as a gemstone"
  2. a shade of blue tinged with green

"Turquoise" in song lyrics

See how turquoise is used in real songs:

  • "My skyline turn ?sharp trues? in knock a turquoise"
    The High and Mighty (presents) — E=MC^2
  • "Aqua blue, turquoise"
  • "La peau douce comme la couleur turquoise"
    Rainmen f/ Peeps 009 — Fly Girl

Usage tips for "turquoise"

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