crystal
US /ˈkrɪs.təl/
UK /ˈkrɪs.təl/
1.
kristal
a transparent mineral substance, often used in jewelry or decorative objects
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The chandelier was adorned with sparkling crystals.
De kroonluchter was versierd met sprankelende kristallen.
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She wore a necklace with a beautiful quartz crystal.
Ze droeg een ketting met een prachtig kwartskristal.
2.
kristalglas, kristal
a piece of high-quality, clear glass, especially one used for drinking glasses or decorative items
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We toasted with champagne in delicate crystal flutes.
We proostten met champagne in delicate kristallen fluiten.
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The antique vase was made of exquisite cut crystal.
De antieke vaas was gemaakt van prachtig geslepen kristal.
1.
kristalhelder, doorzichtig
clear and transparent like crystal
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The water in the mountain lake was absolutely crystal clear.
Het water in het bergmeer was absoluut kristalhelder.
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Her voice was crystal clear, even from a distance.
Haar stem was kristalhelder, zelfs van een afstand.