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ruby

UK/ˈɹuː.bi/ US/ˈrubi/ common slang uk
noun (3) adjective (1)

noun

1.

a transparent piece of ruby that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem

2.

a transparent deep red variety of corundum; used as a gemstone and in lasers

3.

a deep and vivid red

Synonyms

adjective

1.

Origin

From Middle English ruby, rube, from Old French rubi, from Medieval Latin rubīnus. Doublet of rubi and rubine. Etymology 1 sense 7 (“pronunciation guide”) is from the British 5½-point type size (etymology 1 sense 6), used for annotations in printed documents.

Phrases

  • antique ruby
  • Colorado ruby
  • Mont Blanc ruby
  • rock ruby
  • ruby anniversary
  • ruby blende
  • ruby chocolate
  • Ruby Creek

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