Synonyms

gems

American

[gems] / gɛms /

Also gemse

noun

plural

gemses

chamois.

Etymology

Origin of gems

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

Example Sentences

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Demand for natural diamonds has weakened as younger buyers spend less on traditional jewellery and are drawn to cheaper lab‑grown gems.

From Barron's

Honestly, if memorable scenes were gems, “Ted Lasso” would be an encrusted splendor fit for the Queen.

From Salon

India hopes to boost exports of textiles, steel, automobiles, frozen shrimp, garments, gems and jewelry, and leather goods, among other things.

From The Wall Street Journal

India said the EU would immediately eliminate duties on products making up the majority of its exports including textiles, leather and footwear, tea, coffee, spices, sports goods, toys, gems and jewellery, and certain marine products.

From Barron's

In a year set to be dominated by headline grabbing debuts, the real opportunity may lie in patiently watching which 2025 IPOs mature, where the patient investor could find the market’s hidden gems.

From Barron's

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