cabochon

noun

Definition of cabochonnext
as in baguette

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Recent Examples of cabochon There is also a cabochon moonstone dated 1913 on the exterior. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025 The peas themselves are piled like cabochons over a thin pastry shell, dressed in a tart citrus vinaigrette and studded with slivers of pickled shallots that deliver bracing little sparks of brine against the crisp sweetness of the legumes. — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 10 May 2026 In her engagement to Mark Phillips in 1973, her first ring featured a two-carat cabochon cut blue sapphire stone on a traditional band of yellow Welsh gold. — Jessica Gibbs, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026 But that was far from the only sparkle; just check out her Bulgari High Jewelry sapphire-and-diamond pieces, including a necklace with a 50-carat oval cut cabochon sapphire. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cabochon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cabochon
  1. baguette
  2. scarab
  3. cameo
  4. solitaire
  5. zircon
  6. rhinestone
Noun
  • The two precious stones sit atop a bypass-style band of yellow gold and platinum, and tapered baguette diamonds accent the centerpiece.
    — Moises Mendez II, InStyle, 29 June 2026
  • In the background, the soft morning sunlight casts a warm glow, illuminating a spread of orange juice, tea, and a baguette sandwich with butter and jam.
    — Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
Definition of baguette
Noun
  • The Japanese beetle, Popillia japonica, is a scarab beetle about 3/8-inch long.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
  • Revenge of the Mummy—The Ride is an indoor coaster based on The Mummy film franchise, launching riders through a tomb past treasures, warrior mummies, and those pesky scarab beetles.
    — Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2026
Definition of scarab
Noun
  • Even whole hog barbecue makes a cameo here and there in Texas.
    — Adrian Miller, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026
  • This lighthearted cameo delighted longtime fans and underscored that, while the late-night institution has closed, Colbert himself isn't disappearing from the spotlight anytime soon.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Definition of cameo
Noun
  • Note di Luce reimagines the classic solitaire through a suite of seven rings featuring unexpected diamond colors, distinctive cuts and bespoke settings.
    — Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
  • The post offered a glimpse of the couple's celebration, beginning with a smiling selfie in which Stewart showed off her engagement ring — an oval solitaire diamond set on a gold band.
    — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
Definition of solitaire
Noun
  • Spanning 11 themes, the 110 pieces in the collection also include Colombian emeralds, cat’s-eye blue topaz, natural zircon, and Santa Maria–type aquamarines to bring color to both geometric and fluid shapes.
    — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
  • The operation in KwaZulu-Natal province is focused on extracting zircon, rutile, ilmenite, and titanium oxide — critical ingredients in products such as paint, sunscreen, and smartphones.
    — Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 2 Mar. 2026
Definition of zircon
Noun
  • Her nail artist, Zola Ganzorigt, created a similar look in June, bedazzling Jenner’s pale pink Gel-X extensions with rhinestone French tips.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 20 June 2026
  • Celebrity nail artist Brittney Boyce dresses up a bright pastel green French mani with rhinestone details that add some shine to the overall look.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 9 June 2026
Definition of rhinestone

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“Cabochon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cabochon. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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