Definition

A type of green stone that has red spots, often used in jewelry and believed to have healing properties.

Example

She wore a beautiful necklace made of bloodstone.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a bloodstone before?

Yeah, I think my mom has one; it's really unique.

I love how the red spots stand out against the green.

Me too! It's such an interesting stone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bloodstone is formed from "blood" (from Old English "blōd", meaning the red fluid that circulates in the body) and "stone" (from Old English "stan", meaning a solid mineral matter). The word "bloodstone" refers to a type of gemstone that is typically dark green with red spots, resembling drops of blood.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'blood' representing the red fluid and 'stone' indicating a solid mineral. This helps you remember that a bloodstone is a stone that has a blood-like appearance.

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