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SEMIPRECIOUS
semiprecious
(adjective) used of gemstones having less commercial value than precious stones; “such semiprecious stones as amethyst, garnet, jade, and tourmaline”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Adjective
semiprecious (not comparable)
Alternative form of semi-precious
a semiprecious stone or gem
Source: Wiktionary
Sem`i*pre"cious, a.
Definition: Somewhat precious; as, semiprecious stones or metals.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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COMMUNICATIONS
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