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turquoise

tur·quoise

turquoise

 
pronunciation:
tuhr koIz [or] tuhr kwoIz
parts of speech:
noun, adjective
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a sky blue or blue-green mineral that is cut and polished for use in jewelry.
Turquoise does not sparkle like diamonds or emeralds do.
 
definition 2: a medium blue or bluish green color.
The sky was a perfect turquoise on that afternoon in the park.
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part of speech: adjective
definition: having the color of turquoise.
The water in the swimming pool looks turquoise.She wore a turquoise blouse with a black skirt.
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