gems

Also gem·se

[gems]

noun

plural

gemses 

1. chamois.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gems¹

< German; Old High German gamiza < Late Latin camoc- (stem of camox )

Example Sentences

What I love, though, are some of the hidden gems we have in the archives.

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That requires the Jets finding gems in the draft—just as they once did with Gardner and Williams.

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They are racing against the clock, fearful that the royal and Napoleonic-era jewels will be broken down and sold off for their gems.

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It can be hard for nonspecialist investors to distinguish the gems from the duds, or predict which companies are in line for government support.

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Authorities are deeply concerned, however, that the jewels risk being broken down for their valuable gems, which range from hundreds of diamonds to emeralds and sapphires the size of lozenges.

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Related Words

• hardware 
• jewel 
• jewelry 
• masterpiece 
• ornament 
• stone