Examples of “ruby” in a Sentence

noun A precious gemstone that is a deep red variety of corundum.

• The museum displayed a large ruby in a glass case.
• He gave her a ruby necklace for their anniversary.
• Her engagement ring was set with a single ruby.

noun A deep, rich red color, like that of the gemstone.

• The sunset turned the sky a deep ruby above the hills.
• Her lipstick was a bold ruby that stood out in the photographs.
• The wine had a beautiful ruby color.

adjective Having a deep red color.

• Ruby curtains hung across the tall windows of the old theater.
• The ruby wine glowed in the candlelight.
• She wore a ruby dress to the gala.