juel

Middle English

/ˈdʒiu̯əl/

noun
Definitions
  • Something of great monetary worth or value, especially when made of gems:
  • Something of great non-monetary worth or value; a keepsake or artifact.
  • A well-crafted, well-built, or well-designed object.
  • A person who is dear to one's heart; a loved one.
  • A present; something given as thanks or as bribery.
  • (rare) A plaything or toy.

Etymology

Borrowed from juel.

Origin

juel

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