Meaning of the word opal in English

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opal

US /ˈoʊ.pəl/
UK /ˈəʊ.pəl/
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Noun

a gemstone consisting of hydrated amorphous silica. It is often iridescent and used in jewelry.

Example:
She wore a beautiful necklace with a large opal pendant.
The ring was set with a fiery Australian opal.