1
: a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin that takes a fine polish and is used chiefly in making ornamental objects (such as beads)
2
: a variable color averaging a dark orange yellow
1
: consisting of amber
2
: resembling amber
especially
: having the color amber
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Sunshine Flint, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025
While Bleu de Chanel masterfully balances citrus top notes with an amber and creamy base, this takes those latter notes and brings them to life with a sweet and spicy twang.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Feb. 2025
Best Full-Coverage Foundations That Actually Feel Breathable By Annie Blackman
Key notes: amber wood, cyclamen, marine, white musk, driftwood | Sizes: 0.5 oz, 1.7 oz
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Noun
Original artwork fills the lobbies, library, and hallways, and guest rooms are done up in restful grays and taupes with amber and brass accents.
—Sunshine Flint, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025
While Bleu de Chanel masterfully balances citrus top notes with an amber and creamy base, this takes those latter notes and brings them to life with a sweet and spicy twang.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
The gowns were also decorated with ivory and amber pendants in the shape of birds and acorns.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Feb. 2025
Best Full-Coverage Foundations That Actually Feel Breathable By Annie Blackman
Key notes: amber wood, cyclamen, marine, white musk, driftwood | Sizes: 0.5 oz, 1.7 oz
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is a skin scent?
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 8 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for amber
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“Amber.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amber. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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amber
noun
am·ber
ˈam-bər 
: a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin that takes a fine polish and is used chiefly in making ornamental objects (as beads)
amber
adjective
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