rhinestone
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Definition
Noun: 1. An imitation diamond: A rhinestone is a type of gemstone made from glass, rock crystal, or paste that is designed to imitate the sparkle and appearance of a real diamond at a much lower cost.
Usage
Rhinestones are decorative items used primarily in fashion and costume jewelry. - The singer's costume was covered in glittering rhinestones. - She prefers rhinestone earrings because they are affordable and stylish.
Advanced Usage
- "Rhinestone" as a modifier: The term is often used attributively (like an adjective) to describe objects adorned with these imitation gems.
- He wore a rhinestone cowboy hat to the party.
- The boutique sells rhinestone-encrusted phone cases.
Variants and Related Words
- Paste (noun): A type of high-quality glass used to make imitation gemstones, including rhinestones.
- Strass: A specific type of lead glass historically used to make high-quality rhinestones, named after its inventor.
Synonyms
- Imitation diamond
- Diamond simulant
- Paste jewel
Related Phrases and Idioms
- "Rhinestone cowboy": (Idiom) A term, popularized by a song, referring to someone, especially from the American West, who dresses in flamboyant, glittering cowboy-style clothing, often implying a showy or inauthentic persona.
- At the themed party, he arrived dressed as a rhinestone cowboy.
Noun
- an imitation diamond made from rock crystal or glass or paste