:a valuable stone (such as a ruby or diamond) that has been cut and polished宝石
That diamond is one of world's largest jewels.那颗钻石是世界上最大的宝石之一。
2
:a piece of jewelry (such as a necklace or a bracelet) that is made of valuable metal and precious stones宝石饰物;珠宝首饰— usually plural通常用复数
She was dressed in an evening gown and jewels.她身穿晚礼服,佩戴珠宝首饰。
3
:someone or something that is highly valued or admired宝贝;难能可贵的人;珍贵的东西
This painting is the jewel in our gallery.这幅画作是本画廊的珍品。
She's a jewel.她是一个难能可贵的人。
The building is regarded as one of the jewels of modern architecture.这座大楼被视为现代建筑的瑰宝。
He owns several successful businesses but this company is the jewel in the crown. [=this company is the most valuable/important/admired]他拥有数家成功的企业,但这家公司是最成功的。
Noun That diamond is one of world's largest jewels. This painting is the jewel in our gallery. The building is regarded as one of the jewels of modern architecture.
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
But there's another potential jewel in sight: An American League Triple Crown. Pete Caldera, USA TODAY, 14 Sep. 2022 Each is embedded with a magical, mystical jewel that confers distinct special powers. Ed Stockly, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2022 The iconic actor has quite the culinary presence in New York City—opening Tribeca Grill, Locanda Verde and, the jewel of the collection, Nobu. People Staff, Peoplemag, 11 Aug. 2022 No, serious performance is a jewel, of which Lincoln Center is one of the few remaining supreme presenters.New York Times, 20 July 2022 The jewel of New Russia—an oasis of Italian opera on the Ukrainian steppe—would seem a long way from the riverboat culture from which Twain sprang. Daniel Immerwahr, The New York Review of Books, 6 July 2022 The Egerton House Hotel is a jewel of a property located in London’s Knightsbridge neighborhood, just steps from key attractions such as the Victoria & Albert Museum and Harrods. Sherrie Nachman, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2021 At the jewel-box Théatre du Jeu de Paume — which seats fewer than 500, an ideal intimacy for Baroque opera — there is barely a set.New York Times, 12 July 2022 The 5 Diamant features simplified bodywork, jewel-like lights, and a beautiful pink paint job with gold accents. Caleb Miller, Car and Driver, 6 July 2022
Verb
The mom of three accessorized with a pink clutch and strappy heels adorned with what appears to be jewel detailing, adding chunky hoop-like earrings to complete her ensemble. Olivia Jakiel, PEOPLE.com, 28 Feb. 2022 Intriguingly, each Feather Moon pendant is bathed in moonlight so that they jewel is infused with lunar energies. Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2021 Tanzanite has become something of a must-have jewel for celebrities looking to spice up their outfit with a striking blue gem. Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 26 June 2020 Supplies: Wide cuff Jeweled elastic bracelet Brooches and sparkly embellishmentsJeweled branchHot glue gunGreen floral tapeHow to:Step 1: Slide jeweled elastic bracelet around cuff and glue in place. Sarah Newell, Seventeen, 21 Feb. 2018 Shoes: Prada green velvet jeweled, $990, Neiman Marcus Fort Worth. Styled By Alexandrea Cohen/the Campbell AgencyPhotos By Ross HaileyModel Kathryn Havens/the Campbell AgencyHair And Makeup Artist Rick Flores/the Campbell Agency, star-telegram, 4 Oct. 2017 See More
Word History
Etymology
Noun and Verb
Middle English juel, from Anglo-French, diminutive of ju, jeu game, play, from Latin jocus game, joke — more at joke