jewellery
noun
jew·el·lery
chiefly British spelling of jewelry
: ornamental pieces (such as rings, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets) that are made of materials which may or may not be precious (such as gold, silver, glass, and plastic), are often set with genuine or imitation gems, and are worn for personal adornment
a collection of valuable jewelry
a jewelry store
see also costume jewelry
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In time, the business may look to raise institutional financing but has so far grown with the support of business angels including Edward Ferris, who built the jewellery business Burrells, Paul Brown, formerly of Innocent Drinks, and Phil Trowler, formerly of US functional drinks brand Olipop.
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David Prosser, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Some exquisite examples of Art Deco jewellery can be found at Wartski, SJ Philips and Epoque Fine Jewels–who are exhibiting a choker by René Jules Lalique, who is considered one of the driving forces of Art Deco.
—Lee Sharrock, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
The Guardian newspaper quoted local media reporting the body of Dawn Searle was found first outside the property, surrounded by jewellery.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 9 Feb. 2025
For those interested in doing some creative endeavors while on vacation, the hotel also offers classes crafting jewellery, ceramics, Mallorcan fashion, and chocolate.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 26 Jan. 2025
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David Prosser, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Some exquisite examples of Art Deco jewellery can be found at Wartski, SJ Philips and Epoque Fine Jewels–who are exhibiting a choker by René Jules Lalique, who is considered one of the driving forces of Art Deco.
—Lee Sharrock, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
The Guardian newspaper quoted local media reporting the body of Dawn Searle was found first outside the property, surrounded by jewellery.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 9 Feb. 2025
For those interested in doing some creative endeavors while on vacation, the hotel also offers classes crafting jewellery, ceramics, Mallorcan fashion, and chocolate.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 26 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for jewellery
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“Jewellery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jewellery. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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