- margarite (n.)
[margarite 词源字典]
- "a pearl," late Old English, from Late Latin margarita (see Margaret). Figuratively, "that which is precious or excellent, a priceless quality or attribute;" also used as an epithet for Christ, Mary, etc., late 13c. Also margerie (mid-14c.).[margarite etymology, margarite origin, 英语词源]