Jewel definition

Jewel

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WordNet

(1) A precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry

(2) A person who is a brilliant and precious as a piece of jewelry

(3) Adorn or decorate with precious stones

"Jeweled dresses"

WiktionaryText

From juel, from joel (modern joyau), based ultimately on .

A precious or semi-precious stone; gem, gemstone.
A valuable object used for personal ornamentation, especially one made of precious metals and stones; a piece of jewellery.
Anything considered precious or valuable.

Galveston was the jewel of Texas prior to the hurricane.