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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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semi-precious

Source Word

semi-precious

Adjective

not-comparable

Sort of or somewhat precious or valuable. Usually used as part of the phrase semi-precious stones or semi-precious gems.

Japanese Meaning

やや貴重である、ある程度価値があること。通常、『semi-precious stones/gems』の表現の一部として、宝石としての本格的な価値があるものではないが、一定の美しさや価値が認められる石を指す。

She inherited a necklace with semi-precious stones from her grandmother.

彼女は祖母から、やや価値のある石がはめられたネックレスを受け継いだ。

Sense（1）

Sort of or somewhat precious or valuable. Usually used as part of the phrase semi-precious stones or semi-precious gems.

This semiprecious stone, which resembles green glass, has gemlike qualities and is often used in jewelry.