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jewellery

British  
/ ˈdʒuːəlrɪ /

noun

  1. objects that are worn for personal adornment, such as bracelets, rings, necklaces, etc, considered collectively

  2. the art or business of a jeweller

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Since founding the group in 1989, Arnault has spent billions acquiring fashion, watch and jewellery houses, but he has not publicly identified a successor.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

"If this goes on for another two or four months then our entire business will be finished," he said, sitting at the counter of his small jewellery kiosk.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Evidence suggests the site was prepared with care, and the victims were interred with personal belongings such as bronze jewellery and ceramic drinking vessels.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

The man also had no jewellery or distinctive features like scars or tattoos.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

In front of them marched Octavian, purple robes over his armour, Imperial gold jewellery glittering on his neck and arms, and a crown of laurels on his head as if he’d already won the battle.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan