poor man's diamond en · NOUN
Etymology
From being a traditional substitute gem for the expensive gemstone diamond, which is affordable by poorer people.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) Synonym of zircon. ▸ Synonym of jacinth.
- (countable, uncountable) Synonym of zircon. ▸ Synonym of hyacinth.
- (countable, uncountable) Synonym of zircon. ▸ Synonym of cubic zirconia.
- (countable, uncountable) Synonym of zircon. ▸ Synonym of cubic zirconium.
- (countable, uncountable) Synonym of aquamarine.
- (countable, uncountable) Synonym of rhinestone.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| poor man's diamonds | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| poor men's diamond | alternative | lexicographic |
Coordinates
Synonyms
hyacinth · cubic zirconium · aquamarine · jacinth · cubic zirconia · rhinestone