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Em (3)

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(1):

(n.) A bud.

(2):

(n.) A precious stone of any kind, as the ruby, emerald, topaz, sapphire, beryl, spinel, etc., especially when cut and polished for ornament; a jewel.

(3):

(n.) Anything of small size, or expressed within brief limits, which is regarded as a gem on account of its beauty or value, as a small picture, a verse of poetry, a witty or wise saying.

(4):

(v. t.) To put forth in the form of buds.

(5):

(v. t.) To adorn with gems or precious stones.

(6):

(v. t.) To embellish or adorn, as with gems; as, a foliage gemmed with dewdrops.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Em (3)'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​e/em-3.html. 1828.
 
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