English dictionary

alabaster

/'/&/l/@/,b/&/st/@/r/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

a compact fine-textured, usually white gypsum used for carving

noun.substance

Source: WordNet 3.0
a hard compact kind of calcite

noun.substance

Synonyms mexican onyx onyx marble oriental alabaster

Source: WordNet 3.0
a very light white

noun.attribute

Source: WordNet 3.0
A compact variety or sulphate of lime, or gypsum, of fine texture, and usually white and translucent, but sometimes yellow, red, or gray. It is carved into vases, mantel ornaments, etc.

noun

Source: webster1913