Gem ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Gem ( noun )

1. A precious or semi-precious stone, typically cut and polished for use in jewelry.
2. A valuable and highly prized possession.
3. Something that is beautiful and rare.

Origin:

From old english "gim", from latin "gemma", meaning "bud, a precious stone".

Examples:

1. The ring was set with a large gem.
2. The gem collection was worth millions of dollars.
3. The sapphire is a beautiful blue gemstone.
4. The poem is a gem of literature.
5. The gem mines in Africa are a major source of precious stones.

(As a verb)

Gem ( verb )

1. A precious or semi-precious stone, typically cut and polished for use in jewelry.
2. A valuable and highly prized possession.
3. Something that is beautiful and rare.

Origin:

From old english "gim", from latin "gemma", meaning "bud, a precious stone".

Examples:

1. The ring was set with a large gem.
2. The gem collection was worth millions of dollars.
3. The sapphire is a beautiful blue gemstone.
4. The poem is a gem of literature.
5. The gem mines in Africa are a major source of precious stones.