rock crystal

noun

: crystal sense 1

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Its bas-relief forms appear encapsulated in rock crystal, like fossils frozen in amber. — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2026 Frédéric Boucheron was the first jeweler to use rock crystal—material that was not considered as precious at the time. — Laurie Brookins, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2026 There are also the Gloria earrings, elongated chandeliers set with diamonds and rock crystal or blue topaz. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 26 May 2026 Early Egyptians used it in the form of rock crystal to make beads and small vases. — Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rock crystal

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First Known Use

1666, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rock crystal was in 1666

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“Rock crystal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rock%20crystal. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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rock crystal

noun
: transparent quartz

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