Definition for TURK'OIS

TURK'OIS, n. [Fr. turquoise; from Turkey.]

A mineral, called also calaite, brought from the east; of a beautiful light green color, occurring in thin layers, or in rounded masses, or in reniform masses, with a botryoidal surface. It is susceptible of a high polish, and is used in jewelry. It is usually written in the French manner.

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