joya

Definitions of joya
  1. noun
    the outstanding item (the prize piece or main exhibit) in a collection
    synonyms: objeto de valor
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    type of:
    cosa rara, curiosidad, manía, peculiaridad, rareza, retal, singularidad
    something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting
  2. noun
    a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry
    synonyms: alhaja, gema, piedra preciosa
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    types:
    solitario
    a gem (usually a diamond) in a setting by itself
    esmeralda
    a transparent piece of emerald that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
    type of:
    joyas, joyería
    an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems)
  3. noun
    art highly prized for its beauty or perfection
    synonyms: tesoro
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    type of:
    arte
    the products of human creativity; works of art collectively
  4. noun
    the personal outfit of a bride; clothes and accessories and linens
    synonyms: ajuar, ajuar de novia, atelaje
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    type of:
    atavío
    a set of clothing (with accessories)
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