gemstone
noun
gem·stone
ˈjem-ˌstōn 
: a mineral or petrified material that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry
Synonyms of gemstone
Examples of gemstone in a Sentence
traditionally, the gemstone for someone born in May is an emerald
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And among these gemstones, Live Nation is shining the brightest, lawsuits and anti-trust investigations be damned.
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Josh Brown,sean Russo,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Her nails were a medium length with a rounded shape and each nail featured its own glittering motif, with a metallic silver base coat serving as the foundation for the large gemstones placed in the center of each finger.
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Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
1 July 2026
The category represents the pinnacle of jewelry craftsmanship, with one-of-a-kind creations executed by master artisans using exceptional gemstones and precious materials.
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Anthony Demarco,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Combine gemstones, modern French tips, and your favorite team flag surrounded by beads for the win.
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Amanda Le,
InStyle,
29 June 2026
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Josh Brown,sean Russo,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Her nails were a medium length with a rounded shape and each nail featured its own glittering motif, with a metallic silver base coat serving as the foundation for the large gemstones placed in the center of each finger.
—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
1 July 2026
The category represents the pinnacle of jewelry craftsmanship, with one-of-a-kind creations executed by master artisans using exceptional gemstones and precious materials.
—
Anthony Demarco,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Combine gemstones, modern French tips, and your favorite team flag surrounded by beads for the win.
—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for gemstone
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“Gemstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gemstone. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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gemstone
noun
gem·stone
ˈjem-ˌstōn
: a mineral that when cut and polished can be used in jewelry
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