Synonyms for Jewel (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a person who is a brilliant and precious as a piece of jewelry):
gem
WordNet sense 2 (a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry):
precious stone
WordNet sense 3 (adorn or decorate with precious stones):
bejewel
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