gemstone

noun

gem·​stone ˈjem-ˌstōn How to pronounce gemstone (audio)
: 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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Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gemstone was before the 12th century

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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemstone. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.

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gemstone

noun
gem·​stone ˈjem-ˌstōn How to pronounce gemstone (audio)
: a mineral that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry

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