Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
schiller
noun
/ˈʃɪlər/
Definition
A term referring to a luster or play of colors in certain materials, notably in minerals.
Examples
- The schiller of the gemstone made it particularly desirable for jewelry.
- Under different lights, the schiller in the mineral revealed hues of green and gold.
Meaning
The effect of bright, shifting colors that can be observed in some substances, giving them a dynamic appearance.
Synonyms
- iridescence
- luster
- play of colors
