jewels
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1 precious stones (n.) A2 Elementaryvaluable stones like diamonds, rubies, or emeralds, often used in rings or necklaces.
precious or semi-precious stones, typically cut and polished for use in ornamentation or horology.
ExampleThe crown was covered in beautiful jewels that sparkled under the lights.
ExampleThe museum's collection includes rare jewels recovered from shipwrecks, many of which retain their brilliance despite centuries underwater.
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2 male anatomy (n.) C1 Advanced Slang Informal Humorousa slang way to talk about a man's testicles.
a slang euphemism for the testicles, often appearing in the phrase 'family jewels'.
ExampleThe player was worried about getting hit in the jewels during the game.
ExampleHe instinctively protected his family jewels when he saw the stray football flying directly toward him.
UsageUsually appears as 'the jewels' or 'the family jewels'.
Teacher's tipThis is a common euphemism in comedy or casual conversation; learners should be aware of the double meaning to avoid accidental humor.