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
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
31 January 2025
(noun) the act of dispersing or diffusing something; “the dispersion of the troops”; “the diffusion of knowledge”
Contrary to popular belief, coffee beans are not technically beans. They are referred to as such because of their resemblance to legumes. A coffee bean is a seed of the Coffea plant and the source for coffee. It is the pit inside the red or purple fruit, often referred to as a cherry. Just like ordinary cherries, the coffee fruit is also a so-called stone fruit.
