as in accessory
decorative objects (such as earrings, rings, necklaces, and bracelets) worn on the body
She willed her large collection of jewelry to her nieces.
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Recent Examples of jewelry
Ancient Greeks and Romans often decorated sculptures with colorful paint, as well as jewelry, fabrics, flowers, garlands and ribbons.
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Mar. 2025
Turquoise Despite being naturally occurring in a jewelry box-favorite stone, this bright hue was so popular a decade ago that its usage can feel synonymous with the 2010s.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2025
Also for sale are accessories including jewelry, purses, backpacks, belts and hats, as well as home decor and beauty products.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacramento Bee, 19 Mar. 2025
Archaeologists also found clothing, jewelry, pottery, furniture, and fragments of buildings that were part of London’s early foundations.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 18 Mar. 2025
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Mar. 2025
Turquoise Despite being naturally occurring in a jewelry box-favorite stone, this bright hue was so popular a decade ago that its usage can feel synonymous with the 2010s.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2025
Also for sale are accessories including jewelry, purses, backpacks, belts and hats, as well as home decor and beauty products.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacramento Bee, 19 Mar. 2025
Archaeologists also found clothing, jewelry, pottery, furniture, and fragments of buildings that were part of London’s early foundations.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jewelry
Noun
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Lawrence has managed to craft one of the most enviable cold weather wardrobes, looking to Scandi brands for their heavy duty coats, The Row accessories and covetable vintage bags, and classic flannels.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
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The Bluetooth radio connects to accessories like wireless headphones with ease.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
29 Mar. 2025
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In an era where contemporary architecture often relies on cladding and heavy ornamentation, Paradero celebrates simplicity.—
Natalie Stoclet,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Simple forms and geometries abound, with a distinct lack of more organic elements like curved shapes, soft textures, and overly decorative ornamentation.—
Lauren Gallow,
Architectural Digest,
10 Jan. 2025
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Today, ancient Greco-Roman statues housed in museums are typically stark white and devoid of decoration.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
20 Mar. 2025
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These included dress shopping, venue hunting, and the preparing of DIY decorations.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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Gold & Greed: The Hunt for Fenn's Treasure, all three episodes of which are now streaming, chronicles the true story behind the decade-long search for a treasure chest filled with over $1 million worth of gold, jewels, and other valuables hidden somewhere in the Rocky Mountains.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
27 Mar. 2025
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The rare things in life aren't just a rare watches or rare jewels.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Jewelry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jewelry. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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