| Gem (gem) |
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| n. | (?) |
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| Gem |
| [OE. gemme precious
stone, F. gemme, fr. L. gemma a precious stone, bud.] |
A bud.
A precious stone of any kind, as the ruby,
emerald, topaz, sapphire, beryl, spinel, etc., especially when cut
and polished for ornament; a jewel.
Anything of small size, or expressed
within brief limits, which is regarded as a gem on account of its
beauty or value, as a small picture, a verse of poetry, a witty or
wise saying.
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To put forth in the form of
buds.
To adorn with gems or precious
stones.
To embellish or adorn, as with gems] as, a
foliage gemmed with dewdrops.
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