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noun
A prized possession or asset, originally one making up part of the royal regalia.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A valuable part of a company, especially one that is sought by another in a hostile takeover.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: business
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noun
a precious stone that is a valuable part of a sovereign's regalia
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: jewel, gem, precious stone
noun
the most desirable assets of a corporation
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: assets
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Across languages
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