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Gemstone
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Simple meaning
What does Gemstone mean?
A gemstone is a polished stone used in jewelry.
Dictionary definition
A mineral or stone that is cut, polished, and used for jewelry or decoration.
Example sentences
Gemstone in a sentence
easy
The necklace had a green gemstone.
medium
A jeweler polished the gemstone until it shone.
hard
Gemstones can be valued for color, clarity, rarity, and beauty.
Synonyms
Words like Gemstone
jewelA precious stone used for decoration.
gemA precious or beautiful stone.
precious stoneA valuable decorative stone.
Antonyms
Opposite words
plain rockA stone that is not cut or valued as a gem.
Word family
Gemstone word family
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Practice 1
What does gemstone mean?
Gemstone means a gemstone is a polished stone used in jewelry.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses gemstone correctly?
The first sentence uses gemstone in a context that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to gemstone?
jewel is the closest match based on the meaning of gemstone.
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