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