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ruby

5 definitions • 8 examples

1

a transparent, dark red precious stone, often used in jewellery:

Examples:

a ring with a large ruby

a ruby necklace/ring

2

a dark red colour:

Examples:

The colour of the wine is a characteristic dark ruby.

The dress is available in several colours, including chocolate and ruby red.

3

short for a

Examples:

Shall we go for a ruby?

4

of a dark red colour:

Examples:

ruby lips

a simple supper of tender lettuce and ruby red tomatoes

5

a dark red jewel:

Examples:

a ruby ring

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