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noun • a chalcedony with alternating black and white bands; used in making cameos | ||||
| 39% | 15 | Its scientific name comes from the Greek words meaning 'long' and 'claw' | ||
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| 39% | 14 | Their scientific name comes from the Greek words 'onycho' meaning claw, and 'mys' meaning mouse | ||
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Gemstone Whose Name Comes From The Greek For Claw
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ONYX which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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ONYX
Updated: April 28, 2025
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