gemologist

noun

gem·​ol·​o·​gist je-ˈmä-lə-jist How to pronounce gemologist (audio)
jə-
variants or less commonly gemmologist
: a specialist in gems
specifically : one who appraises gems

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In addition to this, the doctor had a gemologist intentionally place crystals throughout the space to enhance its calming and healing energy. Amanda Lauren, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025 For example, gemologists attribute the color of fancy yellow diamonds to nitrogen impurities in the diamond structure. Kayla Randall, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025 Goldsmith Anaïs Cartier is one such maker, and more, because her brand Anaïs C. embodies an artist’s vision, a gemologist’s expertise and an intensely personal; artisanal approach. Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025 Entertainment & Arts Lynn Ban of ‘Bling Empire: New York’ expresses gratitude after brain surgery Dec. 31, 2024 A Singapore native, Ban was born to real estate development executive David Ban and gemologist Patricia Ban. Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gemologist

Word History

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gemologist was in 1931

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“Gemologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemologist. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.

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