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emerald cut
noun
: a rectangular cut for a gem having a series of parallel facets on each side and at each corner
Examples of emerald cut in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Estate Diamond Jewelry’s platinum aquamarine ring featuring a 10.55-carat emerald cut aquamarine set in prongs.
—Beth Bernstein, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
The actor proposed with an emerald cut diamond ring by Peter Pheng Young of Inta Gems and Diamonds, who is also the official crown jeweler of Miss California USA, the title previously held by Tandy.
—Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024
Among the items taken were the reality star's emerald cut 20-carat diamond engagement ring, which has never been recovered.
—Peter Mikelbank, Peoplemag, 9 Dec. 2023
Not so long ago, choosing an engagement ring required just a few questions: princess or emerald cut?
—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2023
In her Instagram Stories, Gwendlyn also shared a sneak peek at her engagement ring — which appears to have an emerald-type stone in an emerald cut surrounded by six smaller white stones.
—Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2023
The couple, who began dating in 2018, got engaged in November 2021, when The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels creator popped the question with a seven-carat emerald cut diamond featuring two single-carat, trapezoid diamonds on each side.
—Emily Strohm, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2023
This emerald cut necklace comes with either garnet, tourmaline, or topaz stones, to customize for yourself or for a sentimental gift.
—Tiffany Dodson, Harper's BAZAAR, 5 Oct. 2022
Tino proposed with an emerald cut diamond ring with an 18k handcrafted gold band, designed by longtime Bachelor franchise jewelry designer Neil Lane.
—Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2022
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Word History
First Known Use
1926, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near emerald cut
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“Emerald cut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emerald%20cut. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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