carnelian Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a translucent red or orange variety of chalcedony
    cornelian.

WordNet

Car*nel"ian noun
Etymology
For carnelian; influenced by L. carneus fleshy, of flesh, because of its flesh red color. See Cornellan.
Definitions
  1. (Min.) A variety of chalcedony, of a clear, deep red, flesh red, or reddish white color. It is moderately hard, capable of a good polish, and often used for seals.

Webster 1913