First Known Use: 1759
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tourmaline
noun tour·ma·line \ˈtu̇r-mə-lən, -ˌlēn\
Definition of TOURMALINE
: a mineral of variable color that consists of a complex borosilicate and is valued as a gem when transparent and cut
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Origin of TOURMALINE
Sinhalese toramalli carnelian
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