jewelry

noun

Definition of jewelrynext
as in accessory
decorative objects (such as earrings, rings, necklaces, and bracelets) worn on the body She willed her large collection of jewelry to her nieces.

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Recent Examples of jewelry This announcement follows another recent Oak Park Mall opening called Miss A, which sells makeup, trendy jewelry and accessories. — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2026 It is estimated that the ring from Spanish jewelry brand Suárez cost over $30,000 at the time, likely due to the high quality of the natural diamond baguette stones. — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2026 Sam’s Club members can find a broad selection of fresh groceries, kitchen and home essentials, electronics, clothing, jewelry, appliances, furniture, and more. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 3 Oct. 2026 Facing challenges similar to those awaiting Kreiz, Berta de Pablos Barbier assumed leadership of Danish jewelry brand Pandora as chief executive officer in January of this year, stepping into her role at a critical juncture for brand transformation. — CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for jewelry
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jewelry
  1. accessory
  2. ornamentation
  3. decoration
  4. jewel
Noun
  • In Aaron Sorkin’s new thriller, the fictional Haugen — who, like her nonfictional counterpart, leaks thousands of documents to Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz — habitually dons the accessories.
    — Lauren Feiner, The Verge, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Meow is an institution in the world of vintage clothing, shoes and accessories.
    — Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of accessory
Noun
  • Known colloquially as the Flower Mosque, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi draws its botanical inspiration not from its overall form but from its sumptuous ornamentation.
    — Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026
  • And brands like Cecilie Bahnsen and Dries Van Noten have reinvented the sporty shoe into something more like a collectable via unique and beautiful ornamentation.
    — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of ornamentation
Noun
  • Related research into tattoos that detect changes in the body also highlights the potential for tattoo technology to serve purposes beyond decoration.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Workers restored the oak floors and the mahogany central staircase and paneling, while employees scoured Europe for antique decorations and furniture.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of decoration
Noun
  • As such, the house’s fragrances are photographed in the same way no matter the price point, with the models wearing jewels.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Ability to flex pricing power The crown jewel of Applied Aerospace’s investment thesis lies in its 87% single-source contract mix.
    — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
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“Jewelry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jewelry. Accessed 12 Oct. 2026.

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