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semiprecious (adj.)

also semi-precious, 1818, from semi- + precious (adj.).

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Definitions of semiprecious from WordNet

semiprecious (adj.)
used of gemstones having less commercial value than precious stones;
such semiprecious stones as amethyst, garnet, jade, and tourmaline
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