noun

moonstone

MOON-stohn

Moonstone (noun) means a pale, shimmering gemstone with a soft, pearly glow, often used in jewelry. Example: “She wore a silver ring set with a moonstone.”

noun

A pale, shimmering gemstone with a soft, pearly glow, often used in jewelry.

"She wore a silver ring set with a moonstone."

"Moonstone is said to be the birthstone for June."

How to use moonstone

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA gemstone known for its pale, glowing shimmer.

Common pairings

a moonstone ring a moonstone pendant

Word forms

moonstones plural

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Etymology

From moon + stone, named for its milky, moon-like sheen.

Rhymes for moonstone

one bone done gone none tone lone hone cone zone stone phone

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Frequently asked questions

What does “moonstone” mean?

The word “moonstone” means a pale, shimmering gemstone with a soft, pearly glow, often used in jewelry. In plain terms, a gemstone known for its pale, glowing shimmer.

How do you pronounce “moonstone”?

“Moonstone” is pronounced MOON-stohn (/ˈmunˌstoʊn/ in IPA).

How do you use “moonstone” in a sentence?

Here is “moonstone” used in a sentence: “She wore a silver ring set with a moonstone.”

What part of speech is “moonstone”?

“Moonstone” is a noun.