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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Deanna Pai, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
This Dream Clean detergent incorporates citrus notes with warm vanilla and amber to soothe the senses before bedtime.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2025
Kara Nesvig, Allure, 24 Mar. 2025
The amber piece was dated to the upper Cretaceous period, meaning the millipede inside was around 98 million years old, according to the study.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
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Noun
It’s intended for layering with other perfumes, and this particular scent delivers a skin-like warmth courtesy of cashmere woods, Madagascar vanilla, and cozy amber that meshes especially well with any warm floral or gourmand.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
This Dream Clean detergent incorporates citrus notes with warm vanilla and amber to soothe the senses before bedtime.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
Everything about this look just feels so right: the soft, curved lob paired with thick, chunky black sunglasses with amber lenses.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 24 Mar. 2025
The amber piece was dated to the upper Cretaceous period, meaning the millipede inside was around 98 million years old, according to the study.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
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“Amber.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amber. Accessed 23 Apr. 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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