gemstone
noun
gem·stone
ˈjem-ˌstōn 
: a mineral or petrified material that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry
Examples of gemstone in a Sentence
traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald
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Navy Gemstone Cold Cup: Similar to the Gemstone Cold Cup, but in a navy color reminiscent of sapphire gemstones.
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Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
It was comprised of a silken gown emblazoned with an assortment of gemstones in silver.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 1 Nov. 2024
Beyond flowers and Zodiac signs, each month also has at least one gemstone.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
Naficy stated the main limitation is materials, as the platform only has an array of gemstones and materials like sterling silver and 14-karat gold in availability from its manufacturing partners.
—Layla Ilchi, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024
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Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
It was comprised of a silken gown emblazoned with an assortment of gemstones in silver.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 1 Nov. 2024
Beyond flowers and Zodiac signs, each month also has at least one gemstone.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
Naficy stated the main limitation is materials, as the platform only has an array of gemstones and materials like sterling silver and 14-karat gold in availability from its manufacturing partners.
—Layla Ilchi, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemstone. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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gemstone
noun
gem·stone
ˈjem-ˌstōn
: a mineral that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry
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