Serafinita (en. Seraphinite)

/seɾa.fiˈnita/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A mineral that occurs in crystal form and is used in jewelry.
Serafinita is valued for its beauty in jewelry.
La serafinita es valorada por su belleza en las joyas.
Metamorphic rock that contains serafinita.
We found serafinita during our excavations in the mountain.
Encontramos serafinita durante nuestras excavaciones en la montaña.

Etymology

From Latin 'seraphim', referring to its color and appearance.

Common Phrases and Expressions

serafinita in jewelry
Use of serafinita in the making of jewelry.
serafinita en joyería
search for serafinita
Activity dedicated to finding this mineral.
búsqueda de serafinita
serafinita in medicine
Attributions of healing properties to serafinita.
serafinita en medicina

Related Words

mineral
Natural, inorganic substance with a defined chemical composition.
mineral
gemology
Science that studies precious stones.
gemología

Slang Meanings

Colloquial term to refer to a stunning person.
She is a serafinita at the party, everyone is looking at her.
Ella es una serafinita en la fiesta, todos la miran.
Description of something that shines or glows.
That dress is a serafinita, I can't stop admiring it.
Ese vestido es una serafinita, no puedo dejar de admirarlo.