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单词 gem
释义 gem
I. \ˈjem\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English gemme, from Middle French, from Latin gemma bud, gem; probably akin to Old English camb comb — more at comb
1.
 a. : a jewel (as a stone or pearl) having value and beauty that are intrinsic and not derived from its setting : a precious or sometimes semiprecious stone cut and polished for ornament
 b. : a semiprecious stone (as a cameo or intaglio) of value because carved or engraved
2.
 a. : something (as a work of art or poem) prized especially for great beauty or perfection
 b. : a highly prized or well-beloved person
3. : an old size of type between brilliant and diamond
4. : muffin 1a
 < graham gems >
II. transitive verb
(gemmed ; gemmed ; gemming ; gems)
1. archaic : to put forth (as blossoms or fruit)
2. : begem
 < millionaires gem the hills with villas — Lucien Price >
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