Turquoise

/ˈtɜːr.kɔɪz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A greenish-blue color associated with the mineral turquoise.

The walls of the room were painted a soothing turquoise that reminded her of the ocean.

A semiprecious stone that is usually blue or greenish-blue in color.

She wore a beautiful necklace made of polished turquoise stones.

adjective

Having the color turquoise.

Her dress was a stunning turquoise color that stood out at the party.

Middle English 'turques', from Old French 'turques', literally meaning 'Turkish', referring to the stone being brought to Europe from Turkey.

turquoise waters

Clear blue-green waters often found in tropical regions.

turquoise jewelry

Jewelry embellished with turquoise stones.

cyan

A color between blue and green on the spectrum of visible light.

teal

A dark bluish-green color.

A term used in fashion or design to refer to a trendy color.

That dress is so turquoise; it's the hottest color this season.

Referring to something that's vibrant and eye-catching.

Her turquoise hair caught everyone's attention at the party.