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ruby vs corundum

corundum vs ruby

ruby and corundum both are nouns.

ruby is an adjective but corundum is not an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ruby Yes Yes No No
corundum Yes No No No
As nouns, corundum is a hypernym of ruby; that is, corundum is a word with a broader meaning than ruby:
  • ruby: a transparent deep red variety of corundum; used as a gemstone and in lasers
  • corundum: very hard mineral used as an abrasive
Other hypernyms of ruby include corundom, transparent gem.
ruby (noun) corundum (noun)
a deep and vivid red color very hard mineral used as an abrasive
a transparent piece of ruby that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
a transparent deep red variety of corundum; used as a gemstone and in lasers
ruby (adjective) corundum (adjective)
of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies
Difference between ruby and corundum

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