ruby
noun uk/ˈruː.bi/ us/ˈruː.bi/
(RED)
[ C or U ]红宝石
a transparent, dark red precious stone, often used in jewellery
a ring with a large ruby 一颗大红宝石戒指
a ruby necklace/ring 红宝石项链／戒指
[ U ] (also ruby red)深红色
a dark red colour
The colour of the wine is a characteristic dark ruby.
The dress is available in several colours, including chocolate and ruby red.
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- Elton John wore this gold brooch with rubies and diamonds on his 1989 world tour.
- She was particularly impressed by a diamond and ruby necklace and matching ring, earrings, and bracelet.
- The colour in his cheeks darkened to a ruby red.
- As the fire blazed, the sky was an incredible deep ruby red.