gem

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Pronunciation
/d͡ʒɛm/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

A precious stone, usually of substantial monetary value or prized for its beauty or shine.

2 Definition

Any precious or highly valued thing or person.

Example Sentences
  • She's an absolute gem.
3 Definition

Anything of small size, or expressed within brief limits, which is regarded as a gem on account of its beauty or value, such as a small picture, a verse of poetry, or an epigram.

Example Sentences
  • a gem of wit
4 Definition

A gemma or leaf-bud.

5 Definition

A type of geometrid moth, Orthonama obstipata.

6 Definition

A package containing programs or libraries for the Ruby programming language.

7 Definition

A size of type between brilliant (4-point) and diamond (4½-point), running 222 lines to the foot.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To adorn with, or as if with, gems.