briolette

noun

bri·​o·​lette ˌbrē-ə-ˈlet How to pronounce briolette (audio)
: an oval or pear-shaped gemstone cut in triangular facets

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The necklace includ-s briolette-cut colored diamonds, fancy shaped quartz, wood, druzy geode slices and 18-karat gold. Carol Besler, Robb Report, 21 June 2021

Word History

Etymology

French

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of briolette was in 1865

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“Briolette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/briolette. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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