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obsidian

/əbˈsɪd.i.ən/

Translations

obsidiannoun

obsidians

The ancient tools were made from obsidian.

Древние инструменты были сделаны из обсидиана.

Synonyms

volcanic glass

black glass

natural glass

igneous glass

obsidianadjective

/əbˈsɪd.i.ən/

Used attributively to describe something made of obsidian or having the glossy deep-black colour of obsidian

Synonyms

glossy black

obsidiannoun

A naturally occurring volcanic glass formed as an extrusive igneous rock.

The ancient tools were made from obsidian, prized for its sharpness and durability.

A deep black color, often with a shiny or glassy appearance.

The artist chose obsidian as the color for the background to create a dramatic effect.

obsidianadjective

Made of obsidian (volcanic glass).

She wore an obsidian pendant around her neck.

Having a deep, shiny black colour reminiscent of obsidian.

The knight's armor gleamed an obsidian black under the torchlight.