geode

noun

ge·​ode ˈjē-ˌōd How to pronounce geode (audio)
1
: a nodule of stone having a cavity lined with crystals or mineral matter
2
: the cavity in a geode

Examples of geode in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Fans of geodes and other pretty rocks will be able to admire the variety of concrete dinosaurs while searching for their next gem. Brenna Gauchat, The Arizona Republic, 24 June 2024 Beautiful, unique, and continuing the sparkling geode dessert trend, this recipe teaches you the surprisingly simple technique that turns rock candy into crystal magic. Su-Jit Lin, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2023 Rocky Coast Similar to split geodes, these easy-to-make coasters are a perfect introduction to resin art. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2023 Coso Artifact One winter morning in 1961, the three owners of a rock shop in eastern California went hunting for geodes. Discover Magazine, 4 Dec. 2023 See all Example Sentences for geode 

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Word History

Etymology

Latin geodes, a gem, from Greek geōdēs earthlike, from earth

First Known Use

circa 1732, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of geode was circa 1732

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Cite this Entry

“Geode.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geode. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

geode

noun
ge·​ode ˈjē-ˌōd How to pronounce geode (audio)
: a stone having a cavity lined with crystals or mineral matter

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