星彩
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Meanings
1
asterism (gemmology); star pattern in gems
Technical term in gemmology for the optical star-shaped reflection seen in certain polished gemstones such as star sapphires.
The asterism seen in star sapphires is caused by needle-like inclusions.
2
Original, now rare meaning referring to the light of stars. Mostly encountered in older or poetic contexts.
In old poetry, 星彩 is sometimes used as a word to express the beauty of the night sky.