rhinestone

noun

rhine·​stone ˈrīn-ˌstōn 

: an imitation stone of high luster made of glass, paste, or gem quartz

rhinestoned

ˈrīn-ˌstōnd 

adjective

Examples of rhinestone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

One included a backless number with rhinestone beading, while another took on more of a Greek look with a deep neckline and material that draped over her arms down to the floor. — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026

Amal Clooney stunned in a metallic fringe minidress covered in rhinestones during a date night in Venice, Italy with George Clooney. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 3 Sep. 2026

Of course, Parton would never shy away from rhinestones and glitter. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2026

Jones’ cellphone, rhinestone sandals, belt and white sunglasses were unaccounted for. — Leigh Egan, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Rhine River

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rhinestone

• acetone
• anglophone
• baritone
• bourguignon
• buspirone
• chaperon
• chaperone
• cobblestone
• collarbone
• cornerstone
• cortisone
• dictaphone

Kids Definition

rhinestone

noun

rhine·​stone ˈrīn-ˌstōn 

: a colorless imitation diamond of high luster made usually of glass or paste

Etymology

named after the Rhine river in Europe, near where were found the rock crystals that were originally used as substitutes for diamonds