lustre

English

/ˈlʌstə/

noun
Definitions
  • (British spelling) (alternative form of) luster (shine, etc.)
  • (geology) the way in which the surface of any particular type of mineral reflects light differently from other minerals, which is helpful in telling minerals apart.
  • a glass ornament such as a prism or cut glass dangling beneath a chandelier; usually in clusters or festoons
  • (dated) a chandelier, particularly one decorated with glass lustres

Etymology

Derived from Middle French lustre.

Origin

Middle French

lustre

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