Meaning Of The Word Gemstone

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Gemstone Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Gemstone?

gemstone
countable noun: A gemstone is a jewel or stone used in jewellery.

gemstone in American English
any mineral or petrified substance that can be cut and polished for setting into a piece of jewelry
noun: a precious or semiprecious stone that can be cut and polished for use as a gem

gemstone in British English
noun: a precious or semiprecious stone, esp one cut and polished for setting in jewellery

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