sapphire

/ˈsæfˌraɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a precious stone, typically of blue color, often used in jewelry

“The queen wore a sapphire necklace to the royal gala.”

2. adjective

of or relating to the precious stone

“The sapphire blue waters of the Caribbean Sea were breathtaking.”

Synonyms

  • azure stone
  • blue gemstone

Antonyms

  • emerald
  • ruby