瑙 (nǎo) - Agate — a type of chalcedony quartz with

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Agate — a type of chalcedony quartz with colorful banding, used as a gemstone and in decorative objects.

Agate — a type of chalcedony quartz with

Usage highlights

AgateAgate braceletAgate carvingAgate stoneStriped agateAgateware pottery

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • She wore a bracelet made of agate (玛瑙).
  • The mineral specimen included bands of agate (玛瑙).
  • Agate is often used in carvings and jewelry (玛瑙雕刻).

Collocations

  • Agate(玛瑙)
  • Agate bracelet(玛瑙手镯)
  • Agate carving(玛瑙雕刻)
  • Agate stone(玛瑙石)
  • Striped agate(条纹玛瑙)
  • Agateware pottery(玛瑙纹陶器)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Agate has been valued in Chinese culture for its beauty and is often used in jewelry and decorative arts.
  • In traditional belief systems, agate is sometimes associated with protection and balancing energy.

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