crystal

noun
UK: /ˈkrɪstl/
US: /ˈkrɪstl/

  1. A clear, transparent mineral or glass.

    1. The crystal vase sparkled in the sunlight. [ ] [ ]
    2. The crystal structure of the compound was analyzed using X-ray diffraction. [ ] [ ]

  2. High-quality, clear glass.

    1. We drank champagne from crystal flutes. [ ] [ ]
    2. She admired the delicate crystal glassware in the shop window. [ ] [ ]

  3. A piece of quartz used in watches and other devices.

    1. The watch uses a crystal to keep accurate time. [ ] [ ]
    2. The crystal oscillator in the radio ensures stable frequency. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

quartz vitreous glass
crystal verb

  1. To form or cause to form crystals.

    1. Sugar crystals formed on the surface. [ ] [ ]
    2. The solution was allowed to cool and crystalize slowly in the beaker. [ ] [ ]

  2. To decorate with crystals.

    1. She decided to crystal the dress for the stage show. [ ] [ ]
    2. The designer crystalized the shoes to make them more glamorous. [ ] [ ]
crystal adjective

  1. Clear and bright, like crystal.

    1. The water was crystal clear. [ ] [ ]
    2. The singer's crystal voice filled the concert hall with ease. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "crystal" in English means: A clear, transparent mineral or glass., High-quality, clear glass., A piece of quartz used in watches and other devices..

The phonetic transcription of "crystal" is /ˈkrɪstl/ in British English and /ˈkrɪstl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "crystal": quartz, vitreous, glass.

Example usage of "crystal": "The crystal vase sparkled in the sunlight.". More examples on the page.