"rubies" in the noun sense
1. ruby
a transparent piece of ruby that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
2. ruby
a transparent deep red variety of corundum used as a gemstone and in lasers
3. crimson, ruby, deep red
a deep and vivid red color
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