emerald

A noun referring to a precious stone of a rich green color, often used in jewelry.

• 🇫🇷Nom désignant une pierre précieuse d'un vert profond et éclatant, variété de béryl, souvent utilisée en joaillerie.

1. Precious gemstone B1 formal

   A bright green precious stone, a variety of beryl, valued for its color and clarity.

   • She wore a beautiful emerald necklace to the gala.
   • The crown was adorned with diamonds and emeralds.
   • He gave her an emerald ring for their anniversary.

   🇫🇷Émeraude (gemme)

2. Color B1 formal

   A bright, rich green color resembling that of the gemstone.

   • The room was painted a deep emerald green.
   • Her eyes were a striking shade of emerald.
   • The emerald of the forest canopy was breathtaking.

   🇫🇷Vert émeraude

• emeralds plural form
• emeralds' possessive plural form
• emerald's possessive singular form