ruby
Translation
ruby, deep red color
Examples
She wore a beautiful ruby necklace.
She wore a beautiful ruby necklace.
The wine was a deep ruby colour.
The wine was a deep ruby color.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) ruby (noun) a precious stone of a deep red color The ring has a large ruby.
Similar Words
Synonyms: garnet, crimson
Etymology
From Latin 'rubeus', meaning 'red'.
Memory Tips
Think of Dorothy's 'ruby slippers' from The Wizard of Oz to remember the red gemstone.