Jewel ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Jewel ( noun )

1. A precious stone, especially a diamond, emerald, ruby, or sapphire, that is used in jewelry.
2. An ornament or decorative piece, especially one made of precious stones and metals.
3. A person or thing that is highly valued or prized.

Origin:

middle english: from old french jouel, from latin jocale "a plaything", from jocari "to jest". the original sense was "a trinket, toy, or plaything", later "a precious stone or ornament".

Examples:

1. The queen wore a tiara with many jewels.
2. The ring had a large jewel in the center.
3. The necklace was adorned with jewels.
4. He was considered the jewel of the company.
5. The city was a jewel of the region.

(As a verb)

Jewel ( verb )

To adorn or decorate with jewels or precious stones.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french jouel, from latin jocale "a plaything", from jocari "to jest". the original sense was "a trinket, toy, or plaything", later "a precious stone or ornament".

Examples:

1. The crown was jeweled with rubies.
2. The dress was jeweled with diamonds.
3. The necklace was jeweled with pearls.
4. The watch was jeweled with sapphires.
5. The tiara was jeweled with emeralds.