tiger's-eye

A polished piece of tiger's-eye sits on the jeweler's velvet cloth.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A gemstone: "tiger's-eye" is a chatoyant gemstone, typically golden to red-brown in color, with a silky luster. It is a form of quartz that exhibits a banded appearance and a reflective sheen resembling the eye of a tiger.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • She wore a necklace made of tiger's-eye, which shimmered in the sunlight. (The gemstone was used as jewelry.)
  • The geologist identified the specimen as tiger's-eye due to its characteristic golden stripes. (The stone was recognized by its appearance.)

Advanced Usage

• "tiger's-eye as a protective stone": In metaphysical beliefs, tiger's-eye is thought to offer protection and courage.
  • Many people carry a piece of tiger's-eye for good luck. (The gemstone is used as a talisman.)

Variants and Related Words

• Tiger's-eye (also spelled tiger's eye): the same gemstone, with an alternative spelling.
  • The bracelet was made of tiger's eye, not tiger's-eye, but they are the same stone. (Both spellings refer to the identical mineral.)

Synonyms

• Chatoyant quartz: a technical term for quartz with a cat's-eye effect.
• Golden quartz: a descriptive term for the golden variety of tiger's-eye.

Related Idioms

• No idioms directly related: The word "tiger's-eye" is a specific mineral name and does not commonly appear in idiomatic expressions.