azure
adjective/noun
A bright blue color resembling a cloudless sky; the blue of the sky; in heraldry, the color blue.
Etymology
From Old French azur, from Arabic lazaward, from Persian lajvard "lapis lazuli," a deep blue semi-precious stone.
Examples in Use
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"The azure waters of the Caribbean beckoned tourists from around the world."
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"She painted the ceiling in azure to mimic a clear summer sky."
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"Azure butterflies fluttered through the garden at sunset."
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Fun Fact
Azure originally referred specifically to the blue color of lapis lazuli, a gemstone prized since ancient times. The stone was so valuable that ground lapis lazuli was used to create ultramarine pigment for Renaissance paintings.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 5 letters (A, Z, U, R, E)
Scrabble Value: 14 points
Tip: Words ending in "RE" are often good scoring opportunities.
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