amber

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noun

am·​ber ˈam-bər 

1

: a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin that takes a fine polish and is used chiefly in making ornamental objects (such as beads)

2

: a variable color averaging a dark orange yellow

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adjective

1

: consisting of amber

2

: resembling amber

especially : having the color amber

Examples of amber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

But this year, designers are taking the technique in a new direction by incorporating amber, purple, and green in clear, ribbed, or seedy glass. —Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024

Finally, the base notes of creamy coconut, vanilla and warm amber are what really drew me in, leaving a lasting impression and staying power that carried me from day to night. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 31 May 2024

Adjective

Meanwhile, Guerlain’s Terracotta Le Parfum is a warm, exotic scent with notes of tiare flower, coconut, and vanilla that enhances the creamy coconut and amber base of Sunkissed Goddess, creating a rich, sensual blend reminiscent of tropical paradises. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 31 May 2024

The tablet also has a backlight with no blue, which means the DC1 will glow an amber color. —David Pierce, The Verge, 23 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English ambre, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin ambra, from Arabic ʽanbar ambergris

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

amber

noun

am·​ber

ˈam-bər

1

: a hard yellowish partly transparent resin from trees long dead that can be highly polished and is used for ornamental objects (as beads)

2

: a dark orange yellow

amber adjective

Medical Definition

amber

noun

am·​ber ˈam-bər 

: a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin that takes a fine polish and is used chiefly in making ornamental objects (as beads)

amber adjective