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.”
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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 notesIn plain EnglishA gemstone known for its pale, glowing shimmer.
Common pairings
a moonstone ring
a moonstone pendant
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Word forms
- Plural
- moonstones
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Etymology
From moon + stone, named for its milky, moon-like sheen.
Rhymes for moonstone
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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.
