jewelry

Definition

  • noun: decorative objects (such as rings, necklaces, and earrings) that people wear on their body
  • noun: objects of precious metal often set with gems and worn for personal adornment
  • synonyms: jewels, bijouterie, bijoutry

Examples

  • silver and turquoise 'jewelry'

  • a store that sells 'jewelry'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) He had it hidden in the dresser. At least, it was there. He took it out, went to the telephone and made a long-distance call. He had his wife's jewelry in the handbag. Seemed worried about it. Asked someone's advice over the telephone. Someone not his wife. (..)
    1954 Rear Window
  • (..) five and a half months of it. He's quiet, drinks, but not to drunkenness. Pays his bills promptly with money earned as a costume jewelry salesman, wholesale. Kept to himself. No neighbors got close to him or his wife. Yeah, well, I think they missed their chance with her. (..)
    1954 Rear Window
  • (..) You just wait right here for me, okay? My sister gave me those pearls. I can't find them anywhere. Somebody's been stealing my jewelry. They are right here, Mrs Hollister. See? Right around your pretty white neck. Now come on. Your heart is strong. You want (..)
    2008 The Curious Case of Benjamin Button