jewelry

noun

Definition of jewelrynext
as in accessory
decorative objects (such as earrings, rings, necklaces, and bracelets) worn on the body She willed her large collection of jewelry to her nieces.

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Recent Examples of jewelry Following a successful debut in 2025 that attracted 3,700 visitors and showcased over $500 million in jewelry and timepieces, this year’s show boasts US and international exhibitors from eight countries. — Kate Matthams, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 This jewelry brand, which partners with female professional athletes, started in Laguna Beach, California, and has three locations in Utah but none yet in Idaho, according to its website. — Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 21 July 2026 Familiarize Yourself With Materials Another way to help identify great pieces when thrifting for vintage jewelry is to know the differences between materials. — Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 21 July 2026 Investigators said Wiley and 18-year-olds Andrew Ivy and Kameryus Mayhand entered a local jewelry store together. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for jewelry
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jewelry
  1. accessory
  2. ornamentation
  3. decoration
  4. jewel
Noun
  • The sandals were sold in sizes 5T through 12T and have Cat & Jack, Target’s largest children’s apparel and accessories line, printed on the sole and bottom.
    — Adam England, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026
  • For the first time in three years, the brand reported growth across womenswear, menswear, accessories, and childrenswear divisions.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 17 July 2026
Definition of accessory
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  • Master model designer Milan Madge incorporated metallic gold elements and raised textures to capture the original's rich ornamentation and depth.
    — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Other examples of ornamentation include the scalloped crown molding in the entry hall and colorful tiling on risers of steps down to the south side of the house.
    — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
Definition of ornamentation
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  • Around the space are Chicago Fire decorations, sign-up sheets, contests and team merch for sale.
    — Becky Sullivan, NPR, 19 July 2026
  • This breakfast recipe is deliciously easy—a quick stir-together batter, a simple edible decoration, and a light dusting of powdered sugar.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
Definition of decoration
Noun
  • The Hope Diamond, the Cursed Diamond On display at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History in Washington, DC, the Hope Diamond is one of the most famous jewels in the world.
    — Eliza Prosperini, Vanity Fair, 19 July 2026
  • The custodian of this jewel is Amrit Maan, the fourth-generation owner of The Punjab and a man who wears more hats than any one human should reasonably be expected to.
    — Afdhel Aziz, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
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“Jewelry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jewelry. Accessed 25 Jul. 2026.

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