jewel

/d‌ʒˈuːəl/

/ˈdʒuəɫ/, /ˈdʒuɫ/

[noun] [verb]

Jewel

[NOUN]

a precious or semi-precious piece of stone cut and polished to make items of jewelry

synonyms : gem

precious stone

What is a "jewel"?

A jewel is a precious or semi-precious stone that is often used to make jewelry. Precious jewels include diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, while semi-precious jewels include amethysts, garnets, and turquoise. Jewels can also include pearls, which are organic gems produced by certain mollusks. They are valued for their beauty, rarity, and durability, and have been used as currency, adornments, and talismans for thousands of years. Some cultures believe that jewels have healing properties and can bring good fortune, and certain jewels are associated with specific meanings or symbolism. Overall, jewels are highly valued for their aesthetic and symbolic qualities and are often passed down as family heirlooms or given as gifts to mark special occasions.

a person who is as brilliant and precious as a piece of jewelry

synonyms : gem

to jewel

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

adorn or decorate with precious stones

synonyms : bejewel

Examples

1. The diamond thief double-crossed his partners and gave them only worthless fake jewels.

2. As a journalist, I believe that fair play is a jewel, and it's important to report the truth without bias or prejudice.

3. Not every thief stole jewels.

4. I want jewels.