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The ring had a blue gem.
What does Gem mean?
A gem is a precious stone or special treasure.
Dictionary definition
A precious or beautiful stone, or something especially valued.
Example sentences
Gem in a sentence
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The quiet park was a hidden gem in the city.
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Gem can mean a valuable stone or anything considered especially good or rare.
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What does gem mean?
Gem means a gem is a precious stone or special treasure.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses gem correctly?
The first sentence uses gem in a context that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to gem?
jewel is the closest match based on the meaning of gem.
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MeaningGem means A gem is a precious stone or special treasure.
ExampleExample: The ring had a blue gem.
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Synonyms
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Opposite words
junkSomething considered worthless.
ordinary itemSomething not especially rare or valued.
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A gem is a precious stone or special treasure.
Common mix-up
Gem is not the same as junk. Gem means a gem is a precious stone or special treasure.
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Read this model sentence: The quiet park was a hidden gem in the city. Clue words: quiet, park, hidden. Underline clue words that show why gem fits instead of junk. Now write one new sentence that shows gem without using the word gem. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show gem?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The quiet park was a hidden gem in the city." Why does gem fit better than junk?
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