gemstone

noun

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

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traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald
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Combine gemstones, modern French tips, and your favorite team flag surrounded by beads for the win. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 29 June 2026 In the mines of the mineral-rich Appalachian Mountains, visitors can even pan for gold and gemstones. — Sarah Rose, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026 And among these gemstones, Live Nation is shining the brightest, lawsuits and anti-trust investigations be damned. — Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 2 July 2026 Her nails were a medium length with a rounded shape and each nail featured its own glittering motif, with a metallic silver base coat serving as the foundation for the large gemstones placed in the center of each finger. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for gemstone

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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 7 Jul. 2026.

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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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