semiprecious Definition
- 1(of a stone) having commercial value as a gem but less than a precious stone, such as a garnet or amethyst
- 2(of jewelry) containing such stones
Using semiprecious: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "semiprecious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The necklace was made of semiprecious stones.
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She collects semiprecious gems from all over the world.
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The ring had a semiprecious stone in the center.
semiprecious Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: semiprecious in Brief
'Semiprecious' [sem-ee-presh-uh s] describes a stone that has commercial value as a gem but is not as valuable as a precious stone. It is often used to describe jewelry that contains such stones, as in 'The necklace was made of semiprecious stones.'
