noun
jewels
JOO-uhlz
noun
1
Plural of jewel; precious stones or ornamental items made with them.
"The museum displayed the royal jewels behind bulletproof glass."
2
Slang for the testicles.
"He doubled over after taking a knee to the jewels."
How to Use Jewels
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMore than one jewel — or, informally, a crude slang term for the testicles.
When to use it
The anatomical slang sense is informal and best avoided in polite or professional contexts.
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