gemstone

noun

gem·​stone ˈjem-ˌstōn How to pronounce gemstone (audio)
: a mineral or petrified material that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry

Examples of gemstone in a Sentence

traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald
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Choose from four leaf colors inspired by the gemstones associated with four milestone anniversaries. Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 12 Mar. 2025 On the other hand, Erivo included a nod to Elphaba with a vibrant turquoise green color on her pointer finger, a shade that echoed the gemstones in her jewels and on her other fingernails. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 Mar. 2025 Fine jewelry brand, Mark Henry Jewelry, known for jewels with precious and rare gemstones, has ventured into semi-precious gemstones with the launch of a new capsule collection unveiled at the Centurion Show. Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025 Jorge Adeler For more than 40 years, Jorge Adeler has been traveling the world, sourcing the finest gemstones, pearls, and authentic antique coins to use in his work. Mekaylah Yowpp-Hernacki, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gemstone

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of gemstone was before the 12th century

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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemstone. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.

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gemstone

noun
gem·​stone ˈjem-ˌstōn How to pronounce gemstone (audio)
: a mineral that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry

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