Lapis

Pronunciation: /ˈlæpəs/

Lapis (noun)

  1. A deep blue mineral used to make strong blue paint and dyes.
  2. A blue gemstone, often polished, used in jewellery and small decorative objects.
  3. A blue stone mentioned in older texts, valued for its colour and use in ornaments.

Examples

  • Artists grind lapis to make blue paint.
  • The workshop uses lapis for a deep blue pigment.