gemstone
Translation
gemstone, precious stone
Examples
She wore a necklace with a beautiful gemstone.
She wore a necklace with a beautiful gemstone.
Rubies and sapphires are popular gemstones.
Rubies and sapphires are popular gemstones.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) gemstone a precious stone She found a rare gemstone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: jewel, precious stone
Etymology
A compound word from 'gem' (a precious stone) and 'stone'.
Memory Tips
Literally a 'gem' that is a 'stone'. Easy to remember as it's a direct combination of two simple words.