scarab

noun

Definition of scarabnext
as in cabochon

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Recent Examples of scarab One of her favorite specimens was the rain beetle, a fuzzy scarab-like insect that can't feed as an adult, relying solely on fat stores from its larval stages. — Christine Mai-Duc, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026 The measure would also classify the Carolina mantis as the state predator insect and the rainbow scarab, a dung beetle, as the soil conservation insect. — Barbara Hoberock, Oklahoma Voice, 17 Feb. 2026 On board this ship were 10 tons of copper ingots, ceramic jars full of wine from Cyprus and oil from the Levant, glass beads, an Egyptian scarab of Queen Nefertiti of Egypt, and Aegean pots. — Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026 In one scene, Elizabeth wears an elaborate necklace of jeweled scarabs, a direct reference to the character’s interest in insects and science. — Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for scarab
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scarab
  1. cabochon
  2. cameo
  3. baguette
  4. solitaire
  5. zircon
  6. teardrop
  7. rhinestone
Noun
  • The brooch itself featured his feather friend, done up in white and yellow diamonds, perched atop a cabochon lapis lazuli.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The symbol has been translated into an 18-karat gold medallion set with cabochon garnets and pavé diamonds, available exclusively at the Mount Street store.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 17 July 2026
Definition of cabochon
Noun
  • Students opened up about their journey and hip-hop’s influence, while Fat Joe made a cameo.
    — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Lee, Turner-Smith, Murphy and Capaldi all make cameo appearances.
    — K.J. Yossman, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of cameo
Noun
  • Chanel and Paris Fashion Week go hand-in-hand like a fresh baguette and butter.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Consider pulling out a bigger baking dish to double it, and stock up on the baguette.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of baguette
Noun
  • What to Look for in Solitaire Engagement Rings When shopping for solitaire engagement rings, first consider the solitaire design itself.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Her engagement ring featured a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 solitaire diamonds and set in 18-karat white gold.
    — Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 14 Aug. 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
  • Most trailers in this weight class include a topper tent for accommodations or a fixed bed inside a teardrop shell.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Queen Mary played off those gold elements with her jewelry choices, which included rings, bracelets and bold statement earrings with a teardrop design.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of teardrop
Noun
  • Billy Bob’s Texas Fort Worth Under a spinning rhinestone saddle, dancers can two-step and line dance the night away at this legendary 120,000-square-foot honky-tonk.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The brand’s platform styles often feature rhinestone adornments or unique motifs suspended in the empty space.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of rhinestone

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