semi-precious
See also: semiprecious
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semi-precious (not comparable)
- Sort of or somewhat precious or valuable. Usually used as part of the phrase semi-precious stones or semi-precious gems.
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In modern English, the semi-precious stones are those other than diamond, ruby, sapphire and emerald.
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sort of or somewhat precious or valuable
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