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adjective

Definition of bijounext
as in elegant

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noun

as in bauble

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Recent Examples of bijou
Noun
One of Swaziland’s earliest foes was the South African Republic under Paul Kruger, who was president from 1883 and 1900 and whose desired inroads into this bijou country were later documented by Hamilton Sipho Simelane, in the Transafrican Journal of History. — The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 Aug. 2025 Since Khouri officially launched her business with the opening of her atelier in 2013, she has become known for jewellery that sits somewhere between sculpture and bijou. — Felix Bischof, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024 In 2018, Yum Brands’ Taco Bell launched a TV commercial for its then-new Nacho Fries that looked just like a sneak preview a viewer might see at the local bijou. — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024 Welcome to the world of From Lucie, Franc de Ferriere’s new bakery, which opened this past weekend in the East Village behind a bijou, mustard yellow storefront—and has already attracted lines around the block. — Jordan Hernandez, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2023 See All Example Sentences for bijou
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bijou
  1. elegant
  2. bauble
  3. dainty
  4. trinket
  5. exquisite
  6. gem
  7. rare
  8. gemstone
Adjective
  • The sinking marks a bittersweet coda to the era of gleaming behemoths that crossed the seas in elegant fashion.
    — Henry Larson, NPR, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Lack of crown aside (which, TBH, would be a bit much for an elegant small dinner), Tyler's makeup also felt extremely Arwen-esque.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of elegant
Noun
  • This Lulu and Georgia wreath is made of velvety baubles, each with a plush texture and rich hue.
    — Mina Dragani, Architectural Digest, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Candles are decorated with delicate ladybirds, while Christmas tree baubles come with illustrations by Chomet.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of bauble
Adjective
  • The Becoming author topped off her look with dainty diamond dangle earrings, complementing her $50,000 ring stack.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The Sandaloo features a towering, curved silhouette and is designed with a 130-mm block heel, a thick supportive platform, a dainty almond open toe and a delicate ankle strap.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of dainty
Noun
  • His work can be both a million-dollar trophy and a teenager’s trinket.
    — Julie Brener Davich, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The scented trinkets are presented in a keepsake box that looks like a magical toolkit—as good a place as any to stash makeup tools once the new year begins.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of trinket
Adjective
  • Underneath that exquisite exterior sat a 1195cc, 75-degree V-twin engine producing approximately 200 hp.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Sophie Bille Brahe’s exquisite pearl drop earrings would bring any jewelry lover joy for the holidays.
    — Mekaylah Yowpp-Hernacki, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of exquisite
Noun
  • Neither Namibia nor Origin De Beer Group has announced a price, but gem experts say it could be valued at between $5 million and $25 million.
    — Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2026
  • The system aims to turn one of nature’s hardest gems into a reliable building block for next-generation quantum computers, ultra-secure communication links, and high-sensitivity quantum sensors.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of gem
Adjective
  • The other, in Washington state, died in November 2025 from a rarer version called H5N5.
    — Mike Stobbe, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Both were unbelievably tender and seared to a perfect medium-rare.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of rare
Noun
  • The experience included monthly mentoring sessions, lectures on subjects ranging from gemstones and sustainability to brand identity, and visits to Tiffany’s Jewelry Design and Innovation Workshop.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Barron is a voracious buyer of fine jewels and gemstones—supplying both private collectors and the trade—and most of his inventory comes from estates across Europe.
    — Jill Newman, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of gemstone

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