crystal
/ˈkrɪstəl/
noun
- A solid substance with a regular, repeating shape, often clear and shiny, like quartz or ice.
- Geologists study how crystals form in different types of rock.
- The snowflakes were tiny crystals that sparkled in the sunlight.
- She placed a clear crystal on the windowsill to catch the light.
- High-quality glass that is very clear and often used for making expensive bowls, glasses, or decorations.
- They drank champagne from elegant crystal glasses at the wedding.
- The chandelier was made of fine crystal and glittered above the dining table.
- She inherited a set of crystal vases from her grandmother.
- A transparent or translucent gemstone, especially one used in jewelry or for healing practices.
- She wore a necklace with a rose quartz crystal around her neck.
- The shop sold crystals of all colors, from amethyst to citrine.
- Many people believe that carrying a crystal can bring good energy.
- The clear, hard material used in electronic devices, such as in watches or radios, that vibrates at a specific frequency.
- The quartz crystal in the watch keeps the time accurate.
- The engineer replaced the crystal in the circuit to fix the signal.
- Old radios used a crystal to detect radio waves.
adjective
- Made of or resembling crystal; very clear and transparent.
- The windows were crystal, letting in bright sunshine.
- The lake was so calm that the water looked crystal clear.
- She wore a crystal necklace that sparkled in the light.
- Very clear and easy to understand; obvious.
- His explanation was crystal, so everyone understood the instructions.
- The instructions on the box were crystal, with no confusing parts.
- Her voice was crystal, carrying clearly across the room.