Definition of "jewellery" in Anglais

noun

1. Collectively, personal ornamentation such as rings, necklaces, brooches and bracelets, made of precious metals and sometimes set with gemstones.

   • The jewellery was very expensive in that shop.
   • She had more jewellery ornamented about her than any three ladies needed.

2. (oil industry, informal) Any tools, instruments, devices, etc., placed within a drill pipe.

3. The shop from which a jeweller trades or makes jewellery