amber

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noun

am·​ber ˈam-bər 

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: a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin that takes a fine polish and is used chiefly in making ornamental objects (such as beads)

2

: a variable color averaging a dark orange yellow

amber

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adjective

1

: consisting of amber

2

: resembling amber

especially : having the color amber

Examples of amber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Technique plays a strong role, with the warm amber tones and use of slow-motion in the long-ago past contrasting with the flatter and more formal look of the present. —Richard Kuipers, Variety, 2 Nov. 2024

The boya oud and amber in Mentor are stately (in the scent and on their own), while the rose absolute and patchouli in Prodigy are a masterclass in perfectly opposite attraction. —Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2024

Adjective

The scent is a mysterious mix of fresh woods and amber warmth, perfect for setting a cozy holiday mood and keeping that feeling alive well into winter. —Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024

Lavished with vanilla crème and marshmallow notes, the woody floral musk veers from overly sweet territory with sea salt, crisp star apple, and a base of sheer amber, teakwood, and skin musk. —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English ambre, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin ambra, from Arabic ʽanbar ambergris

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing amber

• amber alert

Kids Definition

amber

noun

am·​ber

ˈam-bər

1

: a hard yellowish partly transparent resin from trees long dead that can be highly polished and is used for ornamental objects (as beads)

2

: a dark orange yellow

amber adjective

Medical Definition

amber

noun

am·​ber ˈam-bər 

: a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin that takes a fine polish and is used chiefly in making ornamental objects (as beads)

amber adjective