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Cordierite

Cordierite is a mineral commonly found in metamorphic rocks, valued for its beautiful blue or violet color. It is also known as iolite or water sapphire.

Noun

Sense 1: A blue or violet mineral consisting of magnesium iron aluminum cyclosilicate. It is used as a gemstone and can be found in various shapes and sizes.

Example sentence: She wore a stunning necklace adorned with a cordierite pendant.

Sense 2: A type of ceramic material made from a cordierite crystal structure, known for its thermal stability and low thermal expansion. It is commonly used in the manufacturing of kiln furniture and cooking stones.

Example sentence: The cordierite pizza stone evenly distributes heat, resulting in a perfectly crisp crust.

Adjective

Sense 1: Referring to or characteristic of cordierite.

Example sentence: The cordierite gemstone revealed a stunning play of colors when held up to the light.