gemmy

[ jem-ee ]

adjective,gem·mi·er, gem·mi·est.
  1. having gems; set with gems.

  2. like a gem, especially in being bright, glittering, or sparkling.

Origin of gemmy

1
1400–50; late Middle English. See gem, -y1

Other words from gemmy

  • gem·mi·ly, adverb
  • gem·mi·ness, noun

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