SARDONYX

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 I. (noun) 

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Meaning:

An onyx characterized by parallel layers of sard and a different colored mineral

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Nouns denoting substances

Hypernyms ("sardonyx" is a kind of...):

onyx (a chalcedony with alternating black and white bands; used in making cameos)

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