alabaster
alabaster is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, alabaster is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofalabaster
- A fine-grained white or lightly-tinted variety of gypsum, used ornamentally.
- A variety of calcite, translucent and sometimes banded.
- An off-white colour, like that of alabaster.
- Made of alabaster
Example: "The crown is stored in an alabaster box with an onyx handle and a gold lock."
- Resembling alabaster: white, pale, translucent.
Example: "An ominous alabaster fog settled in the valley."
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