Word Finder - jewel

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A precious or semi-precious stone; gem, gemstone.

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A valuable object used for personal ornamentation, especially one made of precious metals and stones; a piece of jewellery.

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Anything precious or valuable.

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Galveston was the jewel of Texas prior to the hurricane.

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A bearing for a pivot in a watch, formed of a crystal or precious stone.

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Any of various lycaenid butterflies of the genus Hypochrysops.

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The clitoris.

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To bejewel; to decorate or bedeck with jewels or gems.

After five years of government service he resigned to become a jewel merchant.

Jewel tones are favored in ballroom dress.

Bibliography.-Sir Thomas Urquhart's Discovery of a most excellent jewel (1652; reprinted in the Maitland Club's edition of Urquhart's Works in 1834) is written with the express purpose of glorifying Scotland.

In 1565, like many other English exiles, he made his headquarters at Louvain, and after a visit to the Imperial Diet at Augsburg in 1566, in attendance upon Commendone, who had been largely instrumental in the reconciliation of England with Rome in Mary's reign, he threw himself into the literary controversy between Bishop Jewel (q.v.) and Harding.

Latterly Jewel had been confronted with criticism from a different quarter.

I don't want to lose this feisty little jewel.

There was also found here, in 1693, the celebrated Alfred jewel, bearing his name, and preserved in the Ashmolean Museum at Oxford.

The unit of value was called a set, a word denoting a jewel or precious object of any kind.

Colors-Colors range from soft pastels to brilliant jewel tones.

Harding followed with a Confutation, and Jewel with a Defence, of the Apology in 1566 and 1567; the combatants ranged over the whole field of the Anglo-Roman controversy, and Jewel's theology was officially enjoined upon the Church by Archbishop Bancroft in the reign of James I.

Hooker, who speaks of Jewel as "the worthiest divine that Christendom bath bred for some hundreds of years," was one of the boys whom Jewel prepared in his house for the university; and his Ecclesiastical Polity owes much to Jewel's training.

The poet John Gay was born in the vicinity, and received his education at the grammar school, which at an earlier period had numbered Bishop Jewel among its pupils.

The only rule we give you is that you must never open the precious jewel box inside the treasure room.

They range from deep, dramatic jewel tones to simple, sweet shades that look like they'd do anyone justice.

There are sequins, bows, and jewel encrusted designs to choose from.

If you love jewel tones, consider incorporating them in the same way; a diminutive accent will really pop!

Jewel tones are popular for fall 2010, with teal, violet, crimson, orange, royal blue, and navy blue.

The colors vary from soft neutrals such as greens, browns and beiges, to rich reds or jewel tones, to just about any other color combination.

Even though singer Jewel is injured, she will still do Dancing With the Stars.

Jewel has signed on and begun rehearsals for the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars, has injured her knees and been diagnosed with tendonitis.

In her blog, Jewel details the pain she was experiencing after practicing for eight hours at a time.

Jewel will miss a week, but she's positive that she'll be able to catch up and put her best foot forward.

It comes in sizes up to 6XL and has side slits, jewel neckline and is tagless.

Jewel's husband, Ty Murray, is also on the show and has affectionately threatened to sideline his wife in the reality TV competition by getting her pregnant.

This is the second time that Jewel and Ty have appeared in a reality television show together.

On Dancing With the Stars, Jewel has been paired up with Dmitry Chaplan, while husband Ty Murray will dance with Chelsie Hightower.

Colors-Colors can range from brilliant jewel tones to pale or opaque colors.

Paler complexions that are not highlighted by a spray-tan will be complemented by pastel colors and specific jewel tones.

Petticoats, plain velvet and rich jewel tones are what individualize toddler holiday dresses from other types of party apparel.

Holiday fashion is very rich in jewel tones, particularly for the Christmas season.

On the other hand, it will be easier to find deeper, jewel tones in the fall than in the spring and summer.

The traditional charm of the ship is immediately evident with her rich woods, dark jewel tone colors, and vibrant blue and brass accents.

You could also enjoy a two-night getaway aboard the Norwegian Jewel.

For those on the west coast, consider the Los Angeles to Vancouver cruise onboard the Norwegian Jewel.

Painting the exterior a somber color that matches your neighborhood, and your interior vivid, jewel tones can produce some surprise when people first enter.

Other factors must be considered when designing the ring, such as the fragility of each particular jewel and if the setting needs to protect the piece from chips and wear and tear.

Because opals are somewhat fragile many with October birthdays choose to wear tourmaline, which is a deep pink jewel, or another pink stone instead.

Furthermore, the gem styles are also less unusual - a jewel in a men's piece of jewelry is more likely to be a basic, familiar shape (round, princess, or emerald cut) instead of a fancy shape such as a marquise or Asscher cut.

These can be made into a braided bracelet and adorned with a jewel or cabochon.

This season's "go-to" colors come straight from a jewel box.

Jewel styles are another popular choice that consists of a rounded neckline that rests at the bottom of the neck.

These sequined tops are completely covered in sequins, with jewel necks and sleeves.

Buying very high quality sweaters in practical shades like black, cream and the jewel tone that suits you best will be an investment you'll be glad to have made.

Try a rich jewel tone or metallic, or opt for a neutral color that is artfully detailed with a cowl neck or light ruffles for some visual intrigue.

Cool toned skin tends to have blue veins, pink undertones, and look best in silver, jewel tones, white, and black.

If you normally look best in jewel tones and silver jewelry and you're looking for something other than the basic black, brown, silver, or gold frames, stick with cool tones.

The legendary killer whale is the jewel of the aquatic theme park's line-up, though she's not the only draw.

Alton Towers is the jewel in England’s theme park crown.

The affair took the shine off a game that would otherwise have been a crown jewel.

Jewel Quest uses a similar formula to Bejeweled but introduces a few unique twists.