Meaning and background
The story behind Gem
Gem has both a material sense and an affectionate figurative one. The English stone word comes through a history involving Latin gemma, which also had a bud sense, while the deeper derivation has competing explanations. An owner can choose it as a compliment without pretending the dog is literally rare or objectively exceptional. Its three-letter form is more general than Ruby or Jade. That breadth may be useful if you like a jewellery theme but do not want to select one particular stone.
- Meaning
- A precious stone; the word also developed a figurative use for an excellent person or example. Source
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Everyday moments“Gem, come here!”
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