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jewelry

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary US //ˈdʒuəɫɹi// UK //dʒˈuːəlɹi// jew·el·ry Archaic General-service Informal

n. decorative items you wear on your body, such as rings, necklaces, or bracelets. These are often made from valuable metals like gold or silver and might include beautiful stones.

n. decorative objects worn for personal adornment, typically manufactured from precious metals and gemstones. The term functions as a collective noun for items like rings, necklaces, and earrings.


SIMPLE

She wears silver jewelry every day.

CONTEXTUAL

The museum displays ancient gold jewelry found in the tombs of kings.

COMPLEX

While some view jewelry as a mere fashion accessory, others consider high-quality pieces to be a stable long-term investment in precious commodities.

Usage

Uncountable; use 'piece of jewelry' or 'item of jewelry' to refer to a single object.

Pitfall

She bought many jewelriesShe bought a lot of jewelryJewelry is uncountable and cannot be used in the plural form.

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