Definitions of semiprecious [ˌsɛm iˈprɛʃ əs, ˌsɛm aɪ-]

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Definition of 'semiprecious'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (adj.) semiprecious
having commercial value as a gem but not classified as precious:
semiprecious minerals.

Definition of 'semiprecious'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (adj) semiprecious
used of gemstones having less commercial value than precious stones
"such semiprecious stones as amethyst, garnet, jade, and tourmaline"

Definition of 'semiprecious'

Webster Dictionary

1. (adj) semiprecious
somewhat precious; as, semiprecious stones or metals

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