sapphire meaning and definition

SAPPHIRE noun

Definition of sapphire (noun)

1. a precious transparent stone of rich blue corundum valued as a gemstone
2. a transparent piece of sapphire that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
3. a light shade of blue
   • synonyms: azure, cerulean, lazuline, sky-blue

SAPPHIRE adjective

Definition of sapphire (adjective)

1. of something having the color of a blue sapphire
   • "sapphire eyes"