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crystal

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1. crystal - Noun

2. crystal - Adjective

3. Crystal - Proper noun

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The regular form which a substance tends to assume in solidifying, through the inherent power of cohesive attraction. It is bounded by plane surfaces, symmetrically arranged, and each species of crystal has fixed axial ratios. See Crystallization.

The material of quartz, in crystallization transparent or nearly so, and either colorless or slightly tinged with gray, or the like; -- called also rock crystal. Ornamental vessels are made of it. Cf. Smoky quartz, Pebble; also Brazilian pebble, under Brazilian.

A species of glass, more perfect in its composition and manufacture than common glass, and often cut into ornamental forms. See Flint glass.

Anything resembling crystal, as clear water, etc.

Consisting of, or like, crystal; clear; transparent; lucid; pellucid; crystalline.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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The sun penetrates crystal and makes it more dazzling. In the same way, the sanctifying Spirit indwells in souls and makes them more radiant. They become like so many powerhouses beaming grace and love around them. Basil of Caesarea

After a few months in my parents' basement, I took an apartment near the state university, where I discovered both crystal methamphetamine and conceptual art. Either one of the these things are dangerous, but in combination they have the potential to destroy entire civilizations. David Sedaris

I'm full of fears and I do my best to avoid difficulties and any kind of complications. I like everything around me to be clear as crystal and completely calm. Alfred Hitchcock

For crystal rain falls from black clouds. Persian Proverb

Better to be a crystal and to be broken, than to be a tile upon the housetop. Japanese Proverb

Happiness is like crystal - when it shines the most, it soon cracks. Turkish Proverb

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