turquoise
noun
tur·quoise
ˈtər-ˌkȯiz 
-ˌkwȯiz
-ˌkwȯiz
variants
or less commonly turquois
1
: a mineral that is a blue, bluish-green, or greenish-gray hydrous basic phosphate of copper and aluminum, takes a high polish, and is valued as a gem when sky blue
2
: a light greenish blue
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Some years, bright turquoise and lime green give holiday decor a coastal flair, and, other holiday seasons bring with them blizzard of white, gold, and silver monochromatic holiday decor.
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Heather Bien, Southern Living, 19 Nov. 2024
Drawing inspiration from the brand’s signature graphic patterns, the beach club located within the luxe One&Only Royal Mirage resort has been customized with fabrics and decor rendered in a color palette of deep blue, ocean turquoise and vibrant emerald green accents.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 28 Oct. 2024
The South African singer's eyes were tightly lined in black liner with lush but subtle lashes, letting the opaque turquoise on her lids really stand out.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
For instance, Butler has a penchant for analogous combinations that include green, yellow, and turquoise.
—Shelby Deering, Architectural Digest, 23 Oct. 2024
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Heather Bien, Southern Living, 19 Nov. 2024
Drawing inspiration from the brand’s signature graphic patterns, the beach club located within the luxe One&Only Royal Mirage resort has been customized with fabrics and decor rendered in a color palette of deep blue, ocean turquoise and vibrant emerald green accents.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 28 Oct. 2024
The South African singer's eyes were tightly lined in black liner with lush but subtle lashes, letting the opaque turquoise on her lids really stand out.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024
For instance, Butler has a penchant for analogous combinations that include green, yellow, and turquoise.
—Shelby Deering, Architectural Digest, 23 Oct. 2024
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“Turquoise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turquoise. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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turquoise
noun
tur·quoise
ˈtər-ˌk(w)ȯiz
1
: a blue, bluish green, or greenish gray mineral that contains copper and aluminum, takes a high polish, and is used in jewelry
2
: a light greenish blue
Etymology
Middle English turkeys "turquoise," from early French turkeise (same meaning), derived from turkeis, literally "Turkish (stone)"; so called because it was first brought to Europe from a part of Turkey
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