gemmy
Americanadjective
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having gems; set with gems.
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like a gem, especially in being bright, glittering, or sparkling.
Other Word Forms
- gemmily adverb
- gemminess noun
Etymology
Origin of gemmy
Example Sentences
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A gemmy, translucent, Sapphire cluster with thin hexagonal plates comprising a very sculptural specimen.
From Scientific American • Apr. 14, 2012
You will grow weary of the grace of the palms, of the gemmy colors of the ever-clouded peaks, of the sight of the high woods made impenetrable by lianas and vines and serpents.
From Two Years in the French West Indies by Hearn, Lafcadio
His draughtsmanship displays an agreeable sketchiness; his colouring a graceful gemmy brightness and a glow of sunny gold.
From The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi Volume the Second by Gozzi, Count Carlo
A gemmy splendour fills the town, And robes her in a spangled gown Through which no sorry wound may show.
From Nights in London by Burke, Thomas
They have olive skins, black curly hair, flashing eyes, and fingers that dance with gemmy rings.
From Nights in London by Burke, Thomas
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