emerald
noun
a rare variety of beryl that is colored green by chromium and valued as a gem.
emeralds
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pluralof emerald.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Conservators say one of its eight golden eagles is missing and so are 10 of its 1,354 diamonds, but its 56 emeralds and central globe survived.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
The jewellery was made with gold, sapphires and emeralds originating from Zambia or Thailand, according to Spanish media.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026
In addition to lithium, Somaliland is rich in tantalum and niobium -- critical minerals for electronics -- as well as gold, copper, and emeralds, according to the ministry, though quantities have yet to be verified.
From Barron's ● Feb. 25, 2026
Police also found on the ground nearby the damaged crown of Empress Eugénie, encrusted with 1,354 diamonds and 56 emeralds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2025
The panels were backed with gold leaf, the fronts inlaid with shimmering diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and jade.
From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys
