rhinestone

noun

rhine·​stone ˈrīn-ˌstōn How to pronounce rhinestone (audio)
Synonyms of rhinestonenext
: an imitation stone of high luster made of glass, paste, or gem quartz
rhinestoned adjective

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Made from durable, high-quality denim and embellished with a rhinestone belt, these jeans are well worth the splurge. Jordan Julian, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026 Visitors can personalize Levi’s pieces with patches and chainstitching, or book one-on-one customization sessions with design consultants offering laser treatments, rhinestones, and screen printing. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 Jan. 2026 After a top coat, Sun added asymmetrical groupings of rhinestones, jewels, sequins, and caviar beads for a truly otherworldly outcome. Marci Robin, Allure, 28 Jan. 2026 Daniel Diamond is also selling its rhinestone boots and jacket collections through Neiman Marcus, Anthropologie, Boot Barn, Nordstrom, The Four Seasons and LoveShackFancy. Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rhinestone

Word History

Etymology

Rhine River

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rhinestone was in 1890

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“Rhinestone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rhinestone. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.

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rhinestone

noun
rhine·​stone ˈrīn-ˌstōn How to pronounce rhinestone (audio)
: 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

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