Alabaster

Pronunciation: /ˈæləˌbæstər/

Definitions of alabaster

noun a fine-grained, translucent form of gypsum, typically white, often carved into ornaments

Example Sentences

A1 She bought a small alabaster statue as a souvenir.

A2 The alabaster used in the construction of the building gave it a beautiful white glow.

B1 The artist carved intricate designs into the alabaster to create a stunning sculpture.

B2 The museum displayed a collection of ancient alabaster artifacts.

C1 The alabaster columns in the palace were a symbol of wealth and power.

C2 The alabaster vase was estimated to be worth millions of dollars due to its rarity and craftsmanship.

Examples of alabaster in a Sentence

formal The sculpture was carved from pure white alabaster.

informal I bought a beautiful alabaster vase for my living room.

slang Check out this cool alabaster paperweight I found at the flea market.

figurative Her skin was as smooth and pale as alabaster.

Grammatical Forms of alabaster

• past tense: alabastered
• plural: alabasters
• comparative: more alabaster
• superlative: most alabaster
• present tense: alabasters
• future tense: will alabaster
• perfect tense: have alabastered
• continuous tense: is alabastering
• singular: alabaster
• positive degree: alabaster
• infinitive: to alabaster
• gerund: alabastering
• participle: alabastered

Origin and Evolution of alabaster

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin and Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'alabaster' originated from the Latin word 'alabaster' which was derived from the Greek word 'alabastros'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a type of fine-grained, translucent white or tinted marble, the term 'alabaster' has evolved to also encompass a type of gypsum that is commonly used for carving decorative objects.