A precious or semi-precious stone, especially when cut and polished or engraved
“She gave me a golden ring, set with a glittering gem.”
A person or thing regarded as precious or special
“The city truly is a gem. In fact, the entire route from Glasgow to Dundee is one to be remembered.”
A sweet or endearing person
“You're an absolute gem, and I thank you for taking the time to set me straight on milking practices and to all my farming questions.”
Something that is cherished or a source of great pride
A discovery
Something or someone considered wonderful or perfect
A crystal, typically in which the faces are parallel to the vertical axis
A person or thing that is preferred to all others
A vehicle supported on a cushion of air, able to traverse many different types of terrain and travel over water, used for transport
Something rare, uncommon or unusual, especially one having particular value
A pithy saying or remark expressing an idea in a clever and amusing way
To cover with decorations
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