sapphire
noun
sap·phire
ˈsa-ˌfī(-ə)r 
1
a
: a gem variety of corundum in transparent or translucent crystals of a color other than red
especially
: one of a transparent rich blue
b
: a gem of such corundum
2
: a deep purplish-blue color
sapphire
adjective
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The curved sapphire glass is also cut into the shape of the four-petaled flower, providing a clear view of the hardstone dial below.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 19 May 2026
Named Intertwining Love, the earrings are crafted from rosewood, sapphires, rubies, aquamarines, pink tourmalines and yellow diamonds and titanium.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Back in 2024, Kate started wearing another sapphire-and-diamond ring, this one an eternity band reportedly purchased from Cartier.
—Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 15 May 2026
Navy September's sapphire symbolizes wisdom and a connection to the divine.
—Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 19 May 2026
Named Intertwining Love, the earrings are crafted from rosewood, sapphires, rubies, aquamarines, pink tourmalines and yellow diamonds and titanium.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Back in 2024, Kate started wearing another sapphire-and-diamond ring, this one an eternity band reportedly purchased from Cartier.
—Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 15 May 2026
Navy September's sapphire symbolizes wisdom and a connection to the divine.
—Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026
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“Sapphire.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sapphire. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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sapphire
noun
sap·phire
ˈsaf-ˌī(ə)r
1
: a clear bright blue precious stone
2
: a deep purplish blue
sapphire
adjective
Etymology
Middle English safir "sapphire," from early French safir (same meaning), from Latin sapphirus "sapphire," from Greek sappheiros (same meaning), perhaps of Semitic origin
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