birthstone
noun
birth·stone ˈbərth-ˌstōn 
: a gemstone associated symbolically with the month of one's birth
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web There's also an option that fits two names and one that includes a birthstone! 
Alesandra Dubin, Good Housekeeping, 7 Sep. 2022 There’s a personalized birthstone necklace that'll make a meaningful gift for her or a set of upcycled record coasters that are a special gift idea for him. Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 28 July 2022 Note her birthstone and initial, and the seller will stamp them onto a gold leaf. Katarina Avendano, Good Housekeeping, 6 Dec. 2021 Choose this sweet stacking ring to match their birthstone for a wow-worthy, budget-friendly gift. Alesandra Dubin, Woman's Day, 11 July 2022 Ruby, July’s birthstone represents a romantic past with its meaning of passion and desire. Beth Bernstein, Forbes, 1 July 2022 So if you’re born in March, your birthstone can help bring harmony. Vogue, 10 May 2022 The best birthstone jewelry for every month embraces all that symbolism without feeling too cheesy or over-the-top. Vogue, 10 May 2022 Adorn your lobes with Chloé’s sculptural Zodiac earrings, which are finished with semi-precious stones of each sign’s birthstone. Marie Lodi, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 May 2022 See More
Alesandra Dubin, Good Housekeeping, 7 Sep. 2022 There’s a personalized birthstone necklace that'll make a meaningful gift for her or a set of upcycled record coasters that are a special gift idea for him. Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 28 July 2022 Note her birthstone and initial, and the seller will stamp them onto a gold leaf. Katarina Avendano, Good Housekeeping, 6 Dec. 2021 Choose this sweet stacking ring to match their birthstone for a wow-worthy, budget-friendly gift. Alesandra Dubin, Woman's Day, 11 July 2022 Ruby, July’s birthstone represents a romantic past with its meaning of passion and desire. Beth Bernstein, Forbes, 1 July 2022 So if you’re born in March, your birthstone can help bring harmony. Vogue, 10 May 2022 The best birthstone jewelry for every month embraces all that symbolism without feeling too cheesy or over-the-top. Vogue, 10 May 2022 Adorn your lobes with Chloé’s sculptural Zodiac earrings, which are finished with semi-precious stones of each sign’s birthstone. Marie Lodi, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 May 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1874, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
birthstone
noun
birth·stone
ˈbərth-ˌstōn
: a gemstone associated with the month of a person's birth
birthstones
noun
as in gemstones
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- gemstones
- cabochons
- scarabs
- solitaires
- cameos
- baguettes
- gems
- rhinestones
- brilliants
- rocks
- zircons
- jewels
- teardrops
- baubles
- trinkets
- jewelries
- crown jewels
- pastes
- bijoux
- bijous
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- roughs