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    Azabache (en. Jet)

    aθa'βatʃe

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A type of lignite that is often used to make necklaces and other ornaments.
    The necklace is made of jet, characteristic of the region.
    El collar está hecho de azabache, característica de la región.
    A material believed to have magical and protective properties.
    It is said that jet protects children from evil spirits.
    Se dice que el azabache protege a los niños de los malos espíritus.
    A black stone that represents mourning in some cultures.
    She wore a jet brooch at the funeral as a symbol of mourning.
    Ella llevó un broche de azabache en el funeral como símbolo de duelo.

    Etymology

    From the Hispano-Arabic *zababax, which means 'coal', itself derived from the classical Arabic زَبَد‎ (zabad) meaning 'foam or residue'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    azabache in culture
    Jet is considered an amulet in various cultures.
    azabache en la cultura
    jet jewelry
    Used in the making of jewelry that highlights the beauty of the mineral.
    joyería de azabache
    jet as protection
    It is believed that jet protects against negative energies.
    azabache como protección

    Related Words

    lignite
    Dark-colored sedimentary rock, precursor to coal.
    lignito
    gemstone
    Mineral material valued for being rare and beautiful.
    piedra preciosa
    amulets
    Objects worn to attract luck or protection.
    amuletos

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to something dark or sinister.
    That place has a jet atmosphere.
    Ese lugar tiene un ambiente azabache.
    A term to refer to complicated or difficult situations.
    The economic situation has become dark.
    La situación económica se ha vuelto azabache.