jewel case

noun

1. a small box or chest, often lined in a soft fabric and fitted with compartments, designed to hold jewelry.

jewel case

noun

1. a box, usually ornamental, in which jewels are kept
2. a plastic case for a compact disc

Word History and Origins

Origin of jewel case¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

Automatically, as a result of habit, she unlocked her jewel-case and took out a tiny phial containing minute cachets.

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I promised to show you an old jewel-case this afternoon, said Mrs. Towne in a lighter tone.

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In the late twilight Dr. Towne returned; Tessa was still listening, with the jewel-case in her lap.

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She left the jewel-case when on her journey through London for safety; she is a particularly careful person, forethoughtful.

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My host bolted the doors of his private cabinet, and took from the secret part of a wall cupboard the queen's jewel-case.

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