Synonyms for gemstones
| Grammar : Noun |
| Spell : jem-stohn |
| Phonetic Transcription : ˈdʒɛmˌstoʊn |
Top 10 synonyms for gemstones Other synonyms for the word gemstones
Définition of gemstones
Origin :- Old English gimstan; see gem + stone (n.).
- As in jewel : noun precious stone
- Hardness and specific gravity are two of the major characteristics of gemstones.
- Extract from : « Natural Gemstones » by Various
- The old Norse spoke of the stars as the gemstones of heaven, so did the Anglo-Saxons.
- Extract from : « Curiosities of Olden Times » by S. Baring-Gould
- In recent years, very few individuals have derived their entire income from gemstones mined by themselves.
- Extract from : « Natural Gemstones » by Various
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