Gemming: meaning, definitions and examples

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gemming

 

[ ˈdʒɛmɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

jewelry making

Gemming refers to the process of setting gems or precious stones into jewelry or other decorative items. This technique involves the careful placement and securing of the stones to ensure they are properly highlighted and protected. The art of gemming has been practiced for centuries and can vary in method depending on the type of gem and the desired aesthetic of the piece. Mastery in gemming can significantly enhance the value and beauty of the jewelry.

Synonyms

insetting, mounting, setting.

Examples of usage

  • She is skilled at gemming rings with beautiful sapphires.
  • The artisan demonstrated her gemming technique at the jewelry exhibition.
  • After gemming the necklace, it sparkled under the light.
  • Gemming requires precision to avoid damaging the stones.

Translations

Translations of the word "gemming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 geminação

🇮🇳 रत्न संबंधी

🇩🇪 Edelsteinbearbeitung

🇮🇩 perhiasan permata

🇺🇦 гемінг

🇵🇱 gemming

🇯🇵 宝石加工

🇫🇷 gemmage

🇪🇸 gemming

🇹🇷 değerli taş işleme

🇰🇷 보석 가공

🇸🇦 تشكيل الأحجار الكريمة

🇨🇿 gemming

🇸🇰 gemming

🇨🇳 宝石加工

🇸🇮 gemming

🇮🇸 gemming

🇰🇿 асыл тастарды өңдеу

🇬🇪 მარგალიტის დამუშავება

🇦🇿 qiymətli daşların işlənməsi

🇲🇽 gemming

Etymology

The term 'gemming' originates from the Middle English word 'gem', which itself comes from the Old French 'gemme', derived from the Latin 'gemma', meaning 'bud' or 'precious stone'. The evolution of the term reflects the long history of gemstone usage, dating back to ancient civilizations that prized these materials for their beauty and rarity. Gemstones were often believed to hold protective powers and were used in various cultural practices. Over time, the craft of setting gems into jewelry developed into an art form, with specialized techniques emerging across different regions and cultures, leading to the terminology used in today's jewelry-making practices. As fashion and trends evolved, so did the styles of gemming, which now encompasses contemporary methods alongside traditional ones.