onyx
2 synonyms for onyx, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A banded gemstone form of quartz, often black and white, used in jewelry and carvings.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A deep, glossy black color, named after the gemstone.
“The car came in a sleek onyx finish.”
How to use onyx
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
black onyx
onyx ring
onyx black
Etymology
From Old French onix or oniche, from Latin onyx, from Ancient Greek ónux, originally meaning "claw" or "fingernail" (a reference to the stone's pale, nail-like banding).
Full origin of onyx →Frequently asked questions
What does “onyx” mean?
The word “onyx” means a banded gemstone form of quartz, often black and white, used in jewelry and carvings. In plain terms, a black banded gemstone, or the glossy black color named after it.
How do you pronounce “onyx”?
“Onyx” is pronounced O-nihks (/ˈɒnɪks/ in IPA).
How do you use “onyx” in a sentence?
Here is “onyx” used in a sentence: “She wore a ring set with a polished black onyx stone.”
What part of speech is “onyx”?
Depending on how it is used, “onyx” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “onyx” come from?
The word “onyx” comes from Ancient Greek. From Old French onix or oniche, from Latin onyx, from Ancient Greek ónux, originally meaning "claw" or "fingernail" (a reference to the stone's pale, nail-like banding).
How many meanings does “onyx” have?
“Onyx” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a banded gemstone form of quartz, often black and white, used in jewelry and carvings.
