gems

[ gems ]

noun

, plural gems·es [gem, -siz, -ziz].

1. chamois ( def 1 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of gems¹

< German; Old High German gamiza < Late Latin camoc- (stem of camox )

Example Sentences

Here are 7 inland gems with bodies of water that make for refreshing outdoor excursions.

From Los Angeles Times

“I took the pressure off myself to do this perfectly because it’s such an impossible task, and told myself to just get as close as I can to Joan’s comedy rhythms and emotional journey. Melissa has been so encouraging and given me some real gems that have helped me with certain scenes of the show.”

From Los Angeles Times

He’s got a natural swagger on camera, and he produces approachable yet intimate content littered with gems of tennis knowledge.

From Los Angeles Times

Yet this long, obscure miscellany turned out to be a garland of little gems.

From Los Angeles Times

Or some gems of knowledge I’d never understand.

From Salon

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