Associations to the word «Semiprecious»

Wiktionary

SEMIPRECIOUS, adjective. Alternative form of semi-precious

Dictionary definition

SEMIPRECIOUS, adjective. Used of gemstones having less commercial value than precious stones; "such semiprecious stones as amethyst, garnet, jade, and tourmaline".

Wise words

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