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   gem

   /dʒɛm/

   noun

   • 1. a precious or semi-precious stone, especially when cut and polished or engraved: "a pagoda embellished with precious gems" Similar jewelprecious stonesemi-precious stonestonesolitairebrilliantbaguettecabochonarchaic:bijou
   • ▪ used in names of some brilliantly coloured hummingbirds, e.g. mountain gem.
   • 2. an outstanding person or thing: "this architectural gem of a palace" Similar bestfinestprideprizetreasureglorywonderflowerpearljewelthe jewel in the crownmasterpiecechef-d'œuvreleading lightpickchoiceparagonprimecreamthe crème de la crèmeeliteelectoutstanding exampleshining exampleperfect example of its kindmodelepitomearchetypeidealexemplarnonpareilparadigmembodimentpersonificationquintessencestandardprototypeapotheosisacmeinformal:one in a millionthe bee's kneessomething elsethe topsOpposite dregs

   verb

   • 1. decorate with or as with gems: literary "tiny drops of sweat gemmed his forehead"

   Word Origin Old Englishgim, from Latin gemma ‘bud, jewel’; influenced in Middle English by Old French gemme.

   Derivatives

   • 1. gemlike adjective
   • 2. gemmy adjective

   Scrabble Points: 6

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   • E

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   • M

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishGEM | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of gem as a jewel or a very good person or thing. Find out how to use gem in a sentence and discover related words and phrases.

   • English (US)

     someone or something that is very good, pleasing, or useful:...

   • Znaczenie Gem, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

     gem definicja: 1. a jewel (= precious stone), especially...

   • Gem: German Translation

     GEM translate: der Edelstein, das Glanzstück. Learn more in...

   • Gem: Arabic Translation

     GEM translate: حَجَر كَريم. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • Gem Turkish Translation

     GEM translate: mücevher, cevher, hazine/pırlanta gibi şey...

   • Gem: Italian Translation

     GEM translate: gemma, gemma, pietra preziosa, gioiello,...

   • Gem Spanish Translation

     GEM translate: gema, gema [feminine], joya [feminine], joya...

   • Gem: Russian Translation

     GEM translate: драгоценный камень , прелесть, чудо. Learn...

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › gemGem Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Jun 26, 2024 · Learn the meaning of gem as a noun and a verb, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Gem can refer to a jewel, a precious stone, a beautiful or prized thing, or a muffin.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryGEM | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of gem as a jewel or a very good person or thing. See how to use gem in sentences and find synonyms and translations in different languages.

5. www.dictionary.com › browse › gemGEM Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Gem definition: a cut and polished precious stone or pearl fine enough for use in jewelry.. See examples of GEM used in a sentence.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishGEM definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A gem is a precious or semiprecious stone used in jewellery, or something prized for its beauty and value. Learn more about the word forms, synonyms, pronunciation, and examples of 'gem' in different contexts.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishgem noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes |...

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   Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the word gem, a precious stone or a person, place or thing that is especially good. See examples, synonyms and word origin of gem.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › gemGem - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   A gem is a precious or semi-precious stone, or a jewel. A silversmith might experiment with adding gems to her rings and necklaces. The sparkly gem in your grandmother's fancy ring might be a diamond, while your aunt appears to prefer the polished greenish-blue gems called turquoise.