diamond

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noun

di·a·mond ˈdī-(ə-)mənd How to pronounce diamond (audio)

often attributive

: native crystalline carbon that is the hardest known mineral, that is usually nearly colorless, that when transparent and free from flaws is highly valued as a precious stone, and that is used industrially especially as an abrasive

also : a piece of this substance

: crystallized carbon produced artificially

: something that resembles a diamond (as in brilliance, value, or fine quality)

: a square or rhombus-shaped figure usually oriented with the long diagonal vertical

: a playing card marked with a stylized figure of a red diamond

diamonds plural in form but singular or plural in construction : the suit comprising cards marked with diamonds

: a baseball infield

also : the entire playing field

Example Sentences

Noun a necklace studded with diamonds and rubies The ruby was surrounded by a ring of diamond. The children cut the fabric into diamonds. one heart, two diamonds, and two clubs He played the queen of diamonds. Adjective the celebration of Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee in 1897 See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Engagement rumors started to swirl after Rae appeared on the cover of Essence wearing a diamond ring, but the couple never addressed the speculation.

Hollee Actman Becker, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 Speculation that Paul — whom Adele has been dating since May 2021 — had popped the question first began in February, when Adele attended the BRIT Awards wearing an enormous diamond ring on her left ring finger.

Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 15 Aug. 2022 The sweet moment, in which Chen's diamond ring is subtly featured, was filmed at T.A. Moulton Barn in Moose, Wyoming, a few days after the proposal.

Dory Jackson, PEOPLE.com, 2 Aug. 2022 Several credit cards, a diamond ring, and other valuables were also missing.

Paul Best, Fox News, 29 July 2022 Eliza co-owns a jewelry shop with her sister, and accidentally posts an Instagram of herself wearing a diamond ring on you-know-which finger.

Lizz Schumer, Good Housekeeping, 21 July 2022 This time round, Affleck proposed with an 8.5-carat green diamond ring, flanked by sparkling white diamonds.

Alice Cary, Vogue, 18 July 2022 Another standout is an 86.22-carat aquamarine and diamond ring by Alexander Laut that could realize up to $9,600.

Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 July 2022 Kate Stayman-London only had one piece of heirloom jewelry—a diamond cocktail ring from her grandma Rose, who died about 25 years ago.

Lane Florsheim, WSJ, 8 July 2022

Verb

Instead, they were drawn to the idea that diamonds represent authenticity.

Andrew E. Kramer, New York Times, 11 July 2018 The Del Paso Youth Baseball league has not used the Johnston Park diamonds in two years, according to a staff report.

Anita Chabria, sacbee, 24 Apr. 2017 They are accused of burglarizing Tustin Village Jewelers, Diamonds Direct in Laguna Hills, Nick’s Jewelry and Watch Craft in Fullerton and Mimi’s Jewelry and Ballard and Ballard Jewelry in Fountain Valley.

Orange County Register, 20 Jan. 2017

Adjective

Meanwhile, non-diamond engagement rings also trending in 2022, with sapphire being the second most popular gemstone after moissanite.

Pema Bakshi, refinery29.com, 18 Aug. 2022 The Alpine Eagle Frozen is fully set, which means even the bracelet is completely paved with diamonds – there is no non-diamond-bracelet option.

Carol Besler, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2021 Diamond experts say the gem could be the 10th-largest ever discovered and initially pegged its value at $50 million.

Alpha Kamara, USA TODAY, 4 July 2017 Diamond’s facility in the county is Pump Station #1 in San Diego, where large-scale waterfalls help dilute the wastewater entering the treatment plant.

Kristina Davis, sandiegouniontribune.com, 3 June 2017 See More

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English diamaunde, from Middle French diamand, from Late Latin diamant-, diamas, alteration of Latin adamant-, adamas hardest metal, diamond, from Greek

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Verb

1751, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1872, in the meaning defined above

单词	diamond
释义	diamond 1 of 3 noun di·a·mond ˈdī-(ə-)mənd often attributive 1 a : native crystalline carbon that is the hardest known mineral, that is usually nearly colorless, that when transparent and free from flaws is highly valued as a precious stone, and that is used industrially especially as an abrasive also : a piece of this substance b : crystallized carbon produced artificially 2 : something that resembles a diamond (as in brilliance, value, or fine quality) 3 : a square or rhombus-shaped figure usually oriented with the long diagonal vertical 4 a : a playing card marked with a stylized figure of a red diamond b diamonds plural in form but singular or plural in construction : the suit comprising cards marked with diamonds 5 : a baseball infield also : the entire playing field diamond 2 of 3 verb diamonded; diamonding; diamonds transitive verb : to adorn with or as if with diamonds diamond 3 of 3 adjective : of, relating to, or being a 60th or 75th anniversary or its celebration diamond jubilee Example Sentences Noun a necklace studded with diamonds and rubies The ruby was surrounded by a ring of diamond. The children cut the fabric into diamonds. one heart, two diamonds, and two clubs He played the queen of diamonds. Adjective the celebration of Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee in 1897 See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun Engagement rumors started to swirl after Rae appeared on the cover of Essence wearing a diamond ring, but the couple never addressed the speculation. Hollee Actman Becker, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 Speculation that Paul — whom Adele has been dating since May 2021 — had popped the question first began in February, when Adele attended the BRIT Awards wearing an enormous diamond ring on her left ring finger. Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 15 Aug. 2022 The sweet moment, in which Chen's diamond ring is subtly featured, was filmed at T.A. Moulton Barn in Moose, Wyoming, a few days after the proposal. Dory Jackson, PEOPLE.com, 2 Aug. 2022 Several credit cards, a diamond ring, and other valuables were also missing. Paul Best, Fox News, 29 July 2022 Eliza co-owns a jewelry shop with her sister, and accidentally posts an Instagram of herself wearing a diamond ring on you-know-which finger. Lizz Schumer, Good Housekeeping, 21 July 2022 This time round, Affleck proposed with an 8.5-carat green diamond ring, flanked by sparkling white diamonds. Alice Cary, Vogue, 18 July 2022 Another standout is an 86.22-carat aquamarine and diamond ring by Alexander Laut that could realize up to $9,600. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 July 2022 Kate Stayman-London only had one piece of heirloom jewelry—a diamond cocktail ring from her grandma Rose, who died about 25 years ago. Lane Florsheim, WSJ, 8 July 2022 Verb Instead, they were drawn to the idea that diamonds represent authenticity. Andrew E. Kramer, New York Times, 11 July 2018 The Del Paso Youth Baseball league has not used the Johnston Park diamonds in two years, according to a staff report. Anita Chabria, sacbee, 24 Apr. 2017 They are accused of burglarizing Tustin Village Jewelers, Diamonds Direct in Laguna Hills, Nick’s Jewelry and Watch Craft in Fullerton and Mimi’s Jewelry and Ballard and Ballard Jewelry in Fountain Valley. Orange County Register, 20 Jan. 2017 Adjective Meanwhile, non-diamond engagement rings also trending in 2022, with sapphire being the second most popular gemstone after moissanite. Pema Bakshi, refinery29.com, 18 Aug. 2022 The Alpine Eagle Frozen is fully set, which means even the bracelet is completely paved with diamonds – there is no non-diamond-bracelet option. Carol Besler, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2021 Diamond experts say the gem could be the 10th-largest ever discovered and initially pegged its value at $50 million. Alpha Kamara, USA TODAY, 4 July 2017 Diamond’s facility in the county is Pump Station #1 in San Diego, where large-scale waterfalls help dilute the wastewater entering the treatment plant. Kristina Davis, sandiegouniontribune.com, 3 June 2017 See More Word History Etymology Noun Middle English diamaunde, from Middle French diamand, from Late Latin diamant-, diamas, alteration of Latin adamant-, adamas hardest metal, diamond, from Greek First Known Use Noun 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Verb 1751, in the meaning defined above Adjective 1872, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing diamond diamond in the rough black diamond rough diamond diamond in the rough black diamond rough diamond Kids Definition diamond noun di·a·mond ˈdī-ə-mənd ˈdī-mənd 1 : a very hard mineral that is a form of carbon, is usually nearly colorless, and is used especially in jewelry 2 : a flat figure ◊ like one of the surfaces of certain cut diamonds 3 : infield sense 1 Biographical Definition Diamond biographical name Di·a·mond ˈdī-(ə-)mənd Peter A(rthur) 1940– American economist diamond 1 of 2 noun as in gem someone or something that is highly valued or admired With her rare all-round talent for sports, she was a diamond of a player. Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance gem jewel pearl marvel wonder treasure imperial crown jewel plum phenomenon prodigy catch peach daisy beauty sensation sweetheart ripper beaut dream pippin hot stuff pip lulu snorter dandy crackajack honey lollapalooza hummer dilly humdinger crackerjack corker standout ripsnorter cat's meow sockdologer bee's knees doozy doozer sockdolager knockout nifty doozie jim-dandy Antonyms & Near Antonyms lemon turkey loser flop bust disappointment failure dud stinker letdown See More diamond 2 of 2 verb as in to jewel to make more attractive by or as if by adding diamonds The ballroom soon filled with diamonded guests ready to dance. Synonyms & Similar Words jewel gem pearl trap decorate dress dress up accessorize impearl filigree ribbon chase fringe boss garland brighten fillet grace braid figure paint deck feather appliqué frill gild swag lace embroider freshen spruce (up) trick (out) smarten hang furbelow flounce adorn ornament wreathe emboss array drape redo festoon trim embellish doll up beautify garnish caparison enrich redecorate blazon bedeck bedizen emblaze fancify gussy up glitz (up) do up fancy up do pretty (up) Antonyms & Near Antonyms display strip simplify streamline reveal bare expose uncover dismantle scar divest denude mar spoil disfigure blemish deface uglify See More
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