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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In November, 2019, Sell discovered the rare jewel in immaculate condition, with all its gemstones intact, in Shipdham, Norfolk.
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Jean-Noel Soni founded Top Notch in 2009, focusing his one-man business on distinctive cuts for colored gemstones.
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Fox News, 17 Mar. 2025
In November, 2019, Sell discovered the rare jewel in immaculate condition, with all its gemstones intact, in Shipdham, Norfolk.
—Manuela López Restrepo, NPR, 12 Mar. 2025
However, the true showstopper was Erivo's manicure, which featured gemstones and mix of purple and green hues.
—Sabienna Bowman, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Jean-Noel Soni founded Top Notch in 2009, focusing his one-man business on distinctive cuts for colored gemstones.
—Tanya Dukes, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for gemstone
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemstone. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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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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