Noun: idocrase 'I-du,kreys or 'I-du,kreyz
- A green, yellow or brown mineral consisting of a hydrated silicate; it occurs as crystals in limestone and is used a gemstone
"Vesuvianite, also known as idocrase, is sometimes used in jewellery"; "vesuvian, also known as idocrase, is sometimes used in jewellery";
- vesuvianite, vesuvian
Derived forms: idocrases
Type of: mineral
Encyclopedia: Idocrase