berlian

Indonesian

[bərˈli.an]

adjective
Definitions
  • diamond gemstone

Etymology

Inherited from Malay berlian derived from Dutch, Flemish briljant derived from French brillant derived from Latin berillus derived from Ancient Greek βήρυλλος (beryl).

Origin

Ancient Greek

βήρυλλος

Gloss

beryl

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