gemstone
noun
gem·stone
ˈjem-ˌstōn 
: 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
Recent Examples on the Web
From glass to antique, gemstone to seed, the bead options here are endless.
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Erinne Magee, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2024
Sadly, however, in an inversion of the natural order of gemstone generation, that’s the pearl of emotional truth that ends up encrusted in the grit and sludge of less-imaginative-than-usual storytelling and tired ideas (for Cronenberg), as well as flat performances.
—Leslie Felperin, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 May 2024
Incorporating fresh flowers, plants, and gemstones are other easy ways to bring the outside indoors.
—Pj Feinstein, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 May 2024
And while diamonds may be the star of the show, other gemstones also make a splash.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 May 2024
Cousin Jack, an adventurer in America with gemstone mines.
—Kari Sonde, TIME, 14 May 2024
South Korean researchers have figured out how to quickly grow the gemstones from liquid metals.
—Nick Rockel, Fortune, 3 May 2024
Cruz’s stunning ensemble is a worthy follow-up to her 2023 look — a pale blue Chanel ball gown adorned with gemstones and featuring a translucent organza hood.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 6 May 2024
In other words, the team had the means to go above and beyond in terms of gemstones, craftsmanship, and design.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 May 2024
Erinne Magee, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2024
Sadly, however, in an inversion of the natural order of gemstone generation, that’s the pearl of emotional truth that ends up encrusted in the grit and sludge of less-imaginative-than-usual storytelling and tired ideas (for Cronenberg), as well as flat performances.
—Leslie Felperin, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 May 2024
Incorporating fresh flowers, plants, and gemstones are other easy ways to bring the outside indoors.
—Pj Feinstein, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 May 2024
And while diamonds may be the star of the show, other gemstones also make a splash.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 May 2024
Cousin Jack, an adventurer in America with gemstone mines.
—Kari Sonde, TIME, 14 May 2024
South Korean researchers have figured out how to quickly grow the gemstones from liquid metals.
—Nick Rockel, Fortune, 3 May 2024
Cruz’s stunning ensemble is a worthy follow-up to her 2023 look — a pale blue Chanel ball gown adorned with gemstones and featuring a translucent organza hood.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 6 May 2024
In other words, the team had the means to go above and beyond in terms of gemstones, craftsmanship, and design.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 May 2024
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemstone. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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gemstone
noun
gem·stone
ˈjem-ˌstōn
: a mineral that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry
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