gemstone

noun

gem·​stone ˈjem-ˌstōn 

: a mineral or petrified material that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry

Synonyms of gemstone

• jewel
• gem
• rock
• jewelry

Examples of gemstone in a Sentence

traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald

Recent Examples on the Web

On Wednesday, the global toy company unveiled a new collaboration with Ghosn, featuring statement pieces crafted in 18-karat gold with pink sapphire gemstone detailing. —Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 12 Nov. 2025

According to Google Arts & Culture, the city's economy is based on tourism, gemstone cutting, jewelry manufacturing, and information technology. —Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025

If gemstones are on your radar, Avoova’s owner is also a leading expert in tanzanite. —Emily Baldwin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025

Nevertheless, throughout Myanmar’s recent history, the global demand for its gemstones, jade and timber, especially teak, has thrived. —Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for gemstone

• alone
• atone
• backbone
• bemoan
• bluestone
• breastbone
• brownstone
• capstone
• cheekbone
• condone
• curbstone
• cyclone

Kids Definition

gemstone

noun

gem·​stone ˈjem-ˌstōn 

: a mineral that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry