Diamond
(noun)
- A precious stone, typically a highly transparent, colorless crystal of diamond, prized as a gemstone.
- A shape having four sides, each of which is a triangle and equal in size and shape.
- A figure or representation of this shape, especially as used in heraldry.
Origin:
Late middle english diamant, from old french diamant, via old provençal from latin adamas, from greek, 'invincible, untamed, diamond'. the adjective (early 17th century) is from the noun.
Examples:
- She was wearing a diamond ring on her finger.
- The baseball field was laid out in the shape of a diamond.
- The diamond pattern on the fabric added a touch of elegance to the dress.
- The jeweler examined the diamond to determine its value and quality.
- The team logo was a stylized diamond with the letter 'D' in the center.