rhinestone
noun
rhine·stone
ˈrīn-ˌstōn 
: an imitation stone of high luster made of glass, paste, or gem quartz
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There is also room for maximalist flair such as back pocket designs with bows, bold stitching and rhinestones.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 May 2025
Meanwhile, her brows were equally shimmering: they were dressed up with black rhinestones
Bad Bunny paid homage to his heritage by accessorizing his multiple-shades-of-brown Prada suit with a Puerto Rican pava hat.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 8 May 2025
Sydney Sweeney shined on the carpet in a black gown with rhinestones and a plunging neckline.
—Janelle Ash , Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2025
The singer paired the look with dramatic black sheer gloves adorned with rhinestones.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 5 May 2025
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 May 2025
Meanwhile, her brows were equally shimmering: they were dressed up with black rhinestones
Bad Bunny paid homage to his heritage by accessorizing his multiple-shades-of-brown Prada suit with a Puerto Rican pava hat.
—Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 8 May 2025
Sydney Sweeney shined on the carpet in a black gown with rhinestones and a plunging neckline.
—Janelle Ash , Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2025
The singer paired the look with dramatic black sheer gloves adorned with rhinestones.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 5 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for rhinestone
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“Rhinestone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rhinestone. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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rhinestone
noun
rhine·stone
ˈrīn-ˌstōn
: a colorless imitation diamond of high luster made usually of glass or paste
Etymology
named after the Rhine river in Europe, near where were found the rock crystals that were originally used as substitutes for diamonds
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