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gem vs semi-precious stone

semi-precious stone vs gem

gem and semi-precious stone both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gem Yes No No No
semi-precious stone Yes No No No
As nouns, semi-precious stone is a hyponym of gem; that is, semi-precious stone is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than gem:
  • gem: a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry
  • semi-precious stone: a gemstone of lesser value.
Other hyponyms of gem include cabochon, opaque gem, transparent gem.
gem (noun) semi-precious stone (noun)
a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry a gemstone of lesser value.
art highly prized for its beauty or perfection
a sweet quick bread baked in a cup-shaped pan
a person who is as brilliant and precious as a piece of jewelry
a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry
Difference between gem and semi-precious stone

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