diamond dust

noun

1. pulverized diamonds, used as an abrasive.

Word History and Origins

Origin of diamond dust¹

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

Could diamond dust -- in addition to its use in drug delivery to treat tumor cells -- one day become a novel contrast agent used for MRI?

From Science Daily

I’m half-frozen when I get off, but the forests are beautiful, sparkling like diamond dust, mist lifting off the fields and the hills.

From Literature

In between the lines of the moon sands, the diamond dust fell onto the desert floor and into sparkly piles.

From Literature

Based on an original painting sold last year, each piece is made with layers that include diamond dust and platinum leaf.

From Reuters

The custom guards included things like gold flakes, diamond dust and real $100 bills, the site said.

From Los Angeles Times