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Definition of semiprecious

semiprecious

/ˌsɛm.iˈprɛʃ.əs/
sem · i · pre · cious
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semiprecious Lexical Profile

semiprecious Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Designating a mineral or gemstone, such as amethyst, turquoise, or garnet, that has lower commercial value than a precious stone (such as a diamond, ruby, sapphire, or emerald) but is still prized and used in jewelry.

Example

"The artisan crafted a silver necklace inlaid with semiprecious stones like turquoise and lapis lazuli."

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• Rhymes for semiprecious

• Nearby Words

semiofficial
semiopaque
semipermanent
semiprecious
semiprivate
semipro
semiprofessional

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Semiprecious. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/semiprecious
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