rhinestone
noun
rhine·stone
ˈrīn-ˌstōn 
: an imitation stone of high luster made of glass, paste, or gem quartz
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Others attached rhinestones or felt Chanel logos to their hats, the same way American college students might customize their graduation caps.
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Jessica Testa, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
Popular embellishments include rhinestones, glitter and pearl belts, bows and brooches.
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For the film, a version was made encrusted with large rhinestones, complete with a dramatic train.
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The silver rhinestones will help jazz up any outfit, plus the shoes come in both Medium and Wide size ranges.
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Jessica Testa, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
Popular embellishments include rhinestones, glitter and pearl belts, bows and brooches.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
For the film, a version was made encrusted with large rhinestones, complete with a dramatic train.
—Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 24 Jan. 2025
The silver rhinestones will help jazz up any outfit, plus the shoes come in both Medium and Wide size ranges.
—Brittany Leitner, StyleCaster, 4 Feb. 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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