gemstone
noun
gem·stone
ˈjem-ˌstōn 
: a mineral or petrified material that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry
Synonyms of gemstone
Examples of gemstone in a Sentence
traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald
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The negative space design keeps them feeling modern and chic, letting the gemstone halos and metallic foil really shine.
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Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
The company’s technology is already used across fashion and textiles, as well as precious metals and gemstones, and is compliant with standards including GOTS and Oeko-Tex certifications.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
That means hairstyles studded with gemstones and pearls, gemstones sparkling across Robbie's cheeks, and braids tied together with passion-red ribbons.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Feb. 2026
Her choice of accessories included a gold choker braided with pink gemstones, which further added a touch of gothic romanticism to her look.
—Pamela Vázquez, Glamour, 2 Feb. 2026
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Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
The company’s technology is already used across fashion and textiles, as well as precious metals and gemstones, and is compliant with standards including GOTS and Oeko-Tex certifications.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
That means hairstyles studded with gemstones and pearls, gemstones sparkling across Robbie's cheeks, and braids tied together with passion-red ribbons.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Feb. 2026
Her choice of accessories included a gold choker braided with pink gemstones, which further added a touch of gothic romanticism to her look.
—Pamela Vázquez, Glamour, 2 Feb. 2026
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemstone. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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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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