What Does Lustre Mean?

Lustre or luster is the way light interacts with the surface of a crystal, rock, or mineral. The word traces its origins back to the Latin lux, meaning "light", and generally implies radiance, gloss, or brilliance. A range of terms are used to describe lustre, such as earthy, metallic, greasy, and silky.

Does lustre mean shiny?

The definition of luster is a brightness, shine or special quality, or great fame or honor. When brass is very shiny, this is an example of a time when brass has a special luster.

What does luster mean?

(Entry 1 of 3) 1 : a glow of reflected light : sheen specifically : the appearance of the surface of a mineral dependent upon its reflecting qualities the luster of polished metal. 2a : a glow of light from within : luminosity the luster of the stars. b : an inner beauty : radiance.