1. Plural of chrysoberyl; hard, transparent or translucent gemstones composed of beryllium aluminum oxide, typically yellow, green, or brown in color.
Usage: Mineralogy/gemology term; Plural form

Examples

• The jeweler displayed a collection of chrysoberyls in various shades of yellow and green.
• Chrysoberyls are prized for their hardness and brilliance in fine jewelry.
• Some chrysoberyls exhibit a cat's-eye effect when cut as cabochons.
• The museum's mineral exhibit featured several rare chrysoberyls from Brazil.
• Chrysoberyls rank 8.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, making them durable gemstones.